1991 Fiat Vivace vs. 1975 Renault 15
To start off, 1991 Fiat Vivace is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Renault 15 would be higher. At 1,372 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Fiat Vivace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Fiat Vivace (62 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1975 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Fiat Vivace should accelerate faster than 1975 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Renault 15 weights approximately 155 kg more than 1991 Fiat Vivace.
Let's talk about torque, 1991 Fiat Vivace (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Renault 15. (99 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1991 Fiat Vivace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Fiat Vivace | 1975 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Vivace | 15 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1372 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 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 |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2440 mm |
