1990 Fiat 126 vs. 1973 Renault 15
To start off, 1990 Fiat 126 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Renault 15 would be higher. At 1,289 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Renault 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Renault 15 (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1990 Fiat 126. (26 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Renault 15 should accelerate faster than 1990 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Renault 15 weights approximately 320 kg more than 1990 Fiat 126. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Renault 15 (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat 126. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1973 Renault 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Fiat 126 | 1973 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | 126 | 15 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 703 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 26 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 69 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 645 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |
