1996 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 1976 Renault 15
To start off, 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 is newer by 20 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 1,370 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1976 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 should accelerate faster than 1976 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 weights approximately 170 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, 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Alfa Romeo 145 | 1976 Renault 15 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Renault |
Model | 145 | 15 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1370 cc | 1289 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 98 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 965 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2440 mm |