1981 Avanti Avanti vs. 1974 Renault 15
To start off, 1981 Avanti Avanti is newer by 7 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 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Avanti Avanti (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1974 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1974 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 575 kg more than 1974 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, 1981 Avanti Avanti (366 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1981 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Avanti Avanti | 1974 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Avanti | Renault |
| Model | Avanti | 15 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1287 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2440 mm |
