1971 Renault 15 vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz A
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz A 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 1,699 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz A is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz A (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1971 Renault 15. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz A should accelerate faster than 1971 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz A weights approximately 1812 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 Mercedes-Benz A (155 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Renault 15. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz A will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Renault 15 | 2011 Mercedes-Benz A | |
| Make | Renault | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 15 | A |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1565 cc | 1699 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 2832 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 60 L |
