2002 Alfa Romeo 166 vs. 1976 Renault 15
To start off, 2002 Alfa Romeo 166 is newer by 26 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 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Alfa Romeo 166 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Alfa Romeo 166 (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1976 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Alfa Romeo 166 should accelerate faster than 1976 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Alfa Romeo 166 weights approximately 530 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, 2002 Alfa Romeo 166 (182 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Alfa Romeo 166 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Alfa Romeo 166 | 1976 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Renault |
| Model | 166 | 15 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 55 L |
