1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1974 Renault 15
To start off, 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Renault 15 would be higher. At 1,351 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (70 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1974 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 1974 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Renault 15 weights approximately 50 kg more than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1974 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Renault |
| Model | Alfasud | 15 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1351 cc | 1287 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 69 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |
