2006 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 1976 Renault 15
To start off, 2006 Alfa Romeo GT is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Renault 15 would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Alfa Romeo GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Alfa Romeo GT (237 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1976 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 1976 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Alfa Romeo GT weights approximately 523 kg more than 1976 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 Alfa Romeo GT (300 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Alfa Romeo GT | 1976 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Renault |
| Model | GT | 15 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1976 |
| 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 | 300 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 55 L |
