1971 Renault 15 vs. 2012 Kia Picanto
To start off, 2012 Kia Picanto is newer by 41 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 25 more horse power than 2012 Kia Picanto. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Renault 15 should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Picanto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Renault 15 weights approximately 170 kg more than 2012 Kia Picanto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Renault 15 (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Picanto. (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1971 Renault 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Picanto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Renault 15 | 2012 Kia Picanto | |
| Make | Renault | Kia |
| Model | 15 | Picanto |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2012 |
| 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 | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 67 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 | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 35 L |
