1987 Alfa Romeo 164 vs. 1971 Renault 15
To start off, 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Renault 15 would be higher. At 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 (192 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1971 Renault 15. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 should accelerate faster than 1971 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 weights approximately 345 kg more than 1971 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, 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 (245 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Renault 15. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 | 1971 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Renault |
| Model | 164 | 15 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 1565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.6 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 38 L |
