1971 Renault 15 vs. 2005 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, 2005 Saab 03-Sep is newer by 34 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 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Saab 03-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Saab 03-Sep (148 HP @ 1800 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1971 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Saab 03-Sep should accelerate faster than 1971 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Saab 03-Sep weights approximately 565 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, 2005 Saab 03-Sep (240 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Saab 03-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Renault 15 | 2005 Saab 03-Sep | |
| Make | Renault | Saab |
| Model | 15 | 03-Sep |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 78 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 68 L |
