1971 Renault 15 vs. 2010 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2010 Mini Cooper 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 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mini Cooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mini Cooper (172 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1971 Renault 15. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1971 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mini Cooper weights approximately 275 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 Mini Cooper (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Renault 15. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Renault 15 | 2010 Mini Cooper | |
Make | Renault | Mini |
Model | 15 | Cooper |
Year Released | 1971 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1565 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3713 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1684 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1407 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2466 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 50 L |