1983 Alfa Romeo Sprint vs. 1971 Renault 15
To start off, 1983 Alfa Romeo Sprint is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Renault 15 would be higher. At 1,565 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Renault 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Alfa Romeo Sprint (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1971 Renault 15. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Alfa Romeo Sprint should accelerate faster than 1971 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Renault 15 weights approximately 105 kg more than 1983 Alfa Romeo Sprint.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Alfa Romeo Sprint (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Renault 15. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 Alfa Romeo Sprint will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Alfa Romeo Sprint | 1971 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Renault |
| Model | Sprint | 15 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 38 L |
