1971 Renault 15 vs. 2010 Kia Magentis
To start off, 2010 Kia Magentis is newer by 39 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Kia Magentis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Magentis (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1971 Renault 15. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Magentis should accelerate faster than 1971 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Magentis weights approximately 458 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, 2010 Kia Magentis (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Renault 15. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Magentis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Renault 15 | 2010 Kia Magentis | |
| Make | Renault | Kia |
| Model | 15 | Magentis |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1565 cc | 1996 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 | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 88 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 | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1478 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 65 L |
