1976 Renault 15 vs. 2010 Ascari A10
To start off, 2010 Ascari A10 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Renault 15 would be higher. At 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ascari A10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ascari A10 (625 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 566 more horse power than 1976 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ascari A10 should accelerate faster than 1976 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ascari A10 weights approximately 315 kg more than 1976 Renault 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Ascari A10 (560 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 462 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Ascari A10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Renault 15 | 2010 Ascari A10 | |
Make | Renault | Ascari |
Model | 15 | A10 |
Year Released | 1976 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1289 cc | 4941 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 625 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Torque | 98 Nm | 560 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1138 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2636 mm |