1988 Maserati 420 vs. 1974 Renault 15
To start off, 1988 Maserati 420 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Renault 15 would be higher. At 1,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Maserati 420 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Maserati 420 (217 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1974 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Maserati 420 should accelerate faster than 1974 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Maserati 420 weights approximately 210 kg more than 1974 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, 1988 Maserati 420 (259 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 Maserati 420 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Maserati 420 | 1974 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Maserati | Renault |
| Model | 420 | 15 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1287 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 259 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2440 mm |
