2007 Fiat Ducato vs. 1975 Renault 15
To start off, 2007 Fiat Ducato is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Renault 15 would be higher. At 2,286 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Fiat Ducato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Fiat Ducato (109 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1975 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Ducato should accelerate faster than 1975 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Ducato weights approximately 1055 kg more than 1975 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 Fiat Ducato (270 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Renault 15. (99 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Ducato | 1975 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Ducato | 15 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2286 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 69 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 14 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2160 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 55 L |
