1983 Fiat Ritmo vs. 1976 Renault 15
To start off, 1983 Fiat Ritmo is newer by 7 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Fiat Ritmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Fiat Ritmo (129 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1976 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Fiat Ritmo should accelerate faster than 1976 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Renault 15 weights approximately 15 kg more than 1983 Fiat Ritmo.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Fiat Ritmo (180 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1983 Fiat Ritmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Fiat Ritmo | 1976 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Ritmo | 15 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2440 mm |
