1987 Fiat Regata vs. 1977 Renault 15
To start off, 1987 Fiat Regata is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Renault 15 would be higher. At 1,301 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Fiat Regata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Fiat Regata (64 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1977 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Fiat Regata should accelerate faster than 1977 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Renault 15 weights approximately 75 kg more than 1987 Fiat Regata.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Fiat Regata (102 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1987 Fiat Regata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Fiat Regata | 1977 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Regata | 15 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1301 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 69 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 55 L |
