2003 Fiat Idea vs. 1979 Renault 15
To start off, 2003 Fiat Idea is newer by 24 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 1,367 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Fiat Idea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Fiat Idea (94 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1979 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Fiat Idea should accelerate faster than 1979 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Fiat Idea weights approximately 195 kg more than 1979 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, 2003 Fiat Idea (128 Nm) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Renault 15. (98 Nm). This means 2003 Fiat Idea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Idea | 1979 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Idea | 15 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1367 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 69 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1320 mm |
