1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1976 Renault 15
To start off, 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is newer by 4 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 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1976 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 1976 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Renault 15 weights approximately 40 kg more than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (121 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 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 1976 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1976 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Renault |
| Model | Alfasud | 15 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2440 mm |
