1985 Fiat Croma vs. 1976 Renault 15
To start off, 1985 Fiat Croma is newer by 9 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 2,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Fiat Croma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Renault 15 (98 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1985 Fiat Croma. (44 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Renault 15 should accelerate faster than 1985 Fiat Croma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Fiat Croma weights approximately 35 kg more than 1976 Renault 15.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Renault 15 (135 Nm) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Fiat Croma. (127 Nm). This means 1976 Renault 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Fiat Croma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Fiat Croma | 1976 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Croma | 15 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2490 cc | 1647 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2450 mm |
