2001 Fiat Stilo vs. 1975 Renault 15
To start off, 2001 Fiat Stilo is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Renault 15 would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Fiat Stilo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Fiat Stilo (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1975 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Fiat Stilo should accelerate faster than 1975 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 300 kg more than 1975 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 Stilo (266 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Renault 15. (99 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Fiat Stilo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Fiat Stilo | 1975 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Stilo | 15 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 266 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 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 | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 55 L |
