1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1976 Renault 15
To start off, 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is newer by 6 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 1,351 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (79 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1976 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 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 89 kg more than 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Let's talk about torque, 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (104 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1976 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Renault |
| Model | Alfasud | 15 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1351 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 876 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 |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |
