1978 Autobianchi A 112 vs. 1980 Renault 15
To start off, 1980 Renault 15 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Autobianchi A 112. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Autobianchi A 112 would be higher. At 1,289 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Renault 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Renault 15 (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1978 Autobianchi A 112. (47 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Renault 15 should accelerate faster than 1978 Autobianchi A 112. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Renault 15 weights approximately 290 kg more than 1978 Autobianchi A 112. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Renault 15 (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Autobianchi A 112. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1980 Renault 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Autobianchi A 112.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Autobianchi A 112 | 1980 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Autobianchi | Renault |
| Model | A 112 | 15 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 901 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3240 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 55 L |
