1995 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1976 Renault 15
To start off, 1995 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Renault 15 would be higher. At 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Alfa Romeo Spider (138 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1976 Renault 15. (98 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1976 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 325 kg more than 1976 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, 1995 Alfa Romeo Spider (186 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Renault 15. (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1976 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Renault |
| Model | Spider | 15 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 1647 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 56 L |
