2001 Fiat Brava vs. 1980 Renault 15
To start off, 2001 Fiat Brava is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Renault 15 would be higher. At 1,289 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Renault 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Fiat Brava (82 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1980 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Fiat Brava should accelerate faster than 1980 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Fiat Brava weights approximately 75 kg more than 1980 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, 2001 Fiat Brava (115 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Fiat Brava will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Fiat Brava | 1980 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Brava | 15 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1241 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 69 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 55 L |
