1971 Renault 15 vs. 2011 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2011 Kia Cee'd is newer by 40 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 1,591 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Kia Cee'd is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Cee'd (120 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1971 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Cee'd should accelerate faster than 1971 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Cee'd weights approximately 298 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, 2011 Kia Cee'd (154 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Kia Cee'd will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Renault 15 | 2011 Kia Cee'd | |
| Make | Renault | Kia |
| Model | 15 | Cee'd |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1591 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 77.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 85.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1263 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 53 L |
