1996 Fiat Duna vs. 1979 Renault 15
To start off, 1996 Fiat Duna is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Renault 15 would be higher. At 1,581 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Fiat Duna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Fiat Duna (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1979 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Duna should accelerate faster than 1979 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Renault 15 weights approximately 80 kg more than 1996 Fiat Duna.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Fiat Duna (141 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Fiat Duna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Fiat Duna | 1979 Renault 15 | |
Make | Fiat | Renault |
Model | Duna | 15 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1289 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 141 Nm | 98 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 69 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 965 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2440 mm |