1996 Fiat Coupe vs. 1976 Renault 15
To start off, 1996 Fiat Coupe 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 1,998 cc (5 cylinders), 1996 Fiat Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Fiat Coupe (216 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1976 Renault 15. (98 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Coupe should accelerate faster than 1976 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Fiat Coupe weights approximately 250 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 Fiat Coupe (311 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Renault 15. (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Fiat Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Coupe | 1976 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Coupe | 15 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1647 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 216 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.7 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 56 L |
