2006 Fiat Croma vs. 1980 Renault 15
To start off, 2006 Fiat Croma is newer by 26 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 1,909 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Fiat Croma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Fiat Croma (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1980 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Croma should accelerate faster than 1980 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Croma weights approximately 630 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, 2006 Fiat Croma (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Croma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Croma | 1980 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Croma | 15 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1909 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 98 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 | 1595 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 55 L |
