1986 Alfa Romeo 75 vs. 1976 Renault 15
To start off, 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 is newer by 10 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 1,779 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 (153 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1976 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 should accelerate faster than 1976 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 weights approximately 241 kg more than 1976 Renault 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 (230 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 | 1976 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Renault |
| Model | 75 | 15 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1206 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 55 L |
