2007 Alfa Romeo 166 vs. 1973 Renault 15
To start off, 2007 Alfa Romeo 166 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Renault 15 would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Alfa Romeo 166 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Alfa Romeo 166 (237 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1973 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alfa Romeo 166 should accelerate faster than 1973 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Alfa Romeo 166 weights approximately 650 kg more than 1973 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, 2007 Alfa Romeo 166 (289 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Alfa Romeo 166 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Alfa Romeo 166 | 1973 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Renault |
| Model | 166 | 15 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 69 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 55 L |
