2009 Fiat Bravo vs. 1972 Renault 15
To start off, 2009 Fiat Bravo is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Renault 15 would be higher. At 1,368 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Fiat Bravo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Fiat Bravo (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1972 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Bravo should accelerate faster than 1972 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Bravo weights approximately 391 kg more than 1972 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, 2009 Fiat Bravo (206 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Bravo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Bravo | 1972 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Bravo | 15 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 69 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 55 L |
