1971 Renault 15 vs. 2013 Mazda 2
To start off, 2013 Mazda 2 is newer by 42 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 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Mazda 2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mazda 2 (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1971 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mazda 2 should accelerate faster than 1971 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mazda 2 weights approximately 78 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, 2013 Mazda 2 (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Mazda 2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Renault 15 | 2013 Mazda 2 | |
| Make | Renault | Mazda |
| Model | 15 | 2 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1043 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2489 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 43 L |
