1971 Renault 15 vs. 2012 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2012 Kia Sportage 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Sportage (176 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1971 Renault 15. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1971 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Sportage weights approximately 425 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, 2012 Kia Sportage (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Renault 15. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Renault 15 | 2012 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Renault | Kia |
Model | 15 | Sportage |
Year Released | 1971 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1565 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 176 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 228 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1445 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1854 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1636 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2639 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 58 L |