1980 Renault 15 vs. 2005 Alfa Romeo GT
To start off, 2005 Alfa Romeo GT is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Renault 15 would be higher. At 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Alfa Romeo GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Alfa Romeo GT (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1980 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 1980 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Alfa Romeo GT weights approximately 475 kg more than 1980 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, 2005 Alfa Romeo GT (305 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Renault 15 | 2005 Alfa Romeo GT | |
| Make | Renault | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | 15 | GT |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 63 L |
