1984 Alfa Romeo Arna vs. 1980 Renault 15
To start off, 1984 Alfa Romeo Arna is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Renault 15 would be higher. At 1,289 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Renault 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Alfa Romeo Arna (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1980 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Alfa Romeo Arna should accelerate faster than 1980 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Renault 15 weights approximately 115 kg more than 1984 Alfa Romeo Arna.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Renault 15 (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Alfa Romeo Arna. (88 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1980 Renault 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Alfa Romeo Arna.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Alfa Romeo Arna | 1980 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Renault |
| Model | Arna | 15 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1186 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2440 mm |
