2005 Fiat Seicento vs. 1974 Renault 15
To start off, 2005 Fiat Seicento is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Renault 15 would be higher. At 1,287 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Renault 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Renault 15 (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Seicento. (53 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Renault 15 should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Seicento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Renault 15 weights approximately 235 kg more than 2005 Fiat Seicento. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Renault 15 (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Seicento. (84 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1974 Renault 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Seicento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Seicento | 1974 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Seicento | 15 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1116 cc | 1287 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3330 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 55 L |
