1971 Renault 15 vs. 2008 Hyundai Atos
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Atos is newer by 37 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 1,565 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Renault 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Renault 15 (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2008 Hyundai Atos. (58 HP @ 5450 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Renault 15 should accelerate faster than 2008 Hyundai Atos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hyundai Atos weights approximately 38 kg more than 1971 Renault 15.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Renault 15 (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai Atos. (83 Nm @ 2850 RPM). This means 1971 Renault 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai Atos.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Renault 15 | 2008 Hyundai Atos | |
| Make | Renault | Hyundai |
| Model | 15 | Atos |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1565 cc | 1086 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5450 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2850 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 67.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1058 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 35 L |
