1971 Renault 15 vs. 2012 Mazda 2
To start off, 2012 Mazda 2 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 14 more horse power than 2012 Mazda 2. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Renault 15 should accelerate faster than 2012 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mazda 2 weights approximately 15 kg more than 1971 Renault 15.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Renault 15 (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mazda 2. (119 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1971 Renault 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mazda 2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Renault 15 | 2012 Mazda 2 | |
| Make | Renault | Mazda |
| Model | 15 | 2 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1565 cc | 1349 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1695 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1475 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2489 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 43 L |
