2007 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1971 Renault 15
To start off, 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Renault 15 would be higher. At 3,194 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider (256 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1971 Renault 15. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1971 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 745 kg more than 1971 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 Spider (322 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Renault 15. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1971 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Renault |
| Model | Spider | 15 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3194 cc | 1565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 322 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.6 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 38 L |
