1983 Fiat Regata vs. 1975 Renault 15
To start off, 1983 Fiat Regata is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Renault 15 would be higher. At 1,714 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Fiat Regata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Renault 15 (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1983 Fiat Regata. (57 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Renault 15 should accelerate faster than 1983 Fiat Regata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Fiat Regata weights approximately 15 kg more than 1975 Renault 15.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Fiat Regata (105 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Renault 15. (99 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1983 Fiat Regata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Fiat Regata | 1975 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Regata | 15 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1714 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.2 mm | 69 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2440 mm |
