1982 Innocenti 990 vs. 1972 Renault 15
To start off, 1982 Innocenti 990 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Renault 15 would be higher. At 1,289 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Renault 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Renault 15 (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1982 Innocenti 990. (36 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Renault 15 should accelerate faster than 1982 Innocenti 990. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Renault 15 weights approximately 225 kg more than 1982 Innocenti 990. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Renault 15 (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Innocenti 990. (61 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Renault 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Innocenti 990.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Innocenti 990 | 1972 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Innocenti | Renault |
| Model | 990 | 15 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 69 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 55 L |
