1971 Renault 15 vs. 2001 Lancia Zeta
To start off, 2001 Lancia Zeta is newer by 30 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Lancia Zeta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Lancia Zeta (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1971 Renault 15. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lancia Zeta should accelerate faster than 1971 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Lancia Zeta weights approximately 580 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, 2001 Lancia Zeta (182 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Renault 15. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Lancia Zeta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Renault 15 | 2001 Lancia Zeta | |
| Make | Renault | Lancia |
| Model | 15 | Zeta |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1565 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 80 L |
