1971 Renault 15 vs. 2004 Rover 45
To start off, 2004 Rover 45 is newer by 33 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 1,793 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Rover 45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Rover 45 (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1971 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Rover 45 should accelerate faster than 1971 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Rover 45 weights approximately 190 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, 2004 Rover 45 (160 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Rover 45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Renault 15 | 2004 Rover 45 | |
| Make | Renault | Rover |
| Model | 15 | 45 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1793 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 89.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |
