1971 Renault 15 vs. 2012 Peugeot 4007
To start off, 2012 Peugeot 4007 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 2,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Peugeot 4007 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Peugeot 4007 (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1971 Renault 15. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Peugeot 4007 should accelerate faster than 1971 Renault 15.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Peugeot 4007 (232 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Renault 15. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Peugeot 4007 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Renault 15 | 2012 Peugeot 4007 | |
| Make | Renault | Peugeot |
| Model | 15 | 4007 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1565 cc | 2359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
