1995 Fiat Bravo vs. 1972 Renault 15
To start off, 1995 Fiat Bravo is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Renault 15 would be higher. At 1,895 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Fiat Bravo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Fiat Bravo (75 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1972 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Fiat Bravo should accelerate faster than 1972 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Fiat Bravo weights approximately 180 kg more than 1972 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 Fiat Bravo (147 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 Fiat Bravo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Fiat Bravo | 1972 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Bravo | 15 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1895 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 69 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |
