1981 Lancia Delta vs. 1976 Renault 15
To start off, 1981 Lancia Delta is newer by 5 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 1,301 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Lancia Delta (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1976 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1976 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Renault 15 weights approximately 29 kg more than 1981 Lancia Delta.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Lancia Delta (105 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1981 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Lancia Delta | 1976 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Lancia | Renault |
| Model | Delta | 15 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1301 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 936 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2440 mm |
