1972 Renault 15 vs. 2004 Smart ForFour
To start off, 2004 Smart ForFour is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Renault 15 would be higher. At 1,332 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Smart ForFour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Smart ForFour (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1972 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Smart ForFour should accelerate faster than 1972 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Smart ForFour weights approximately 5 kg more than 1972 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, 2004 Smart ForFour (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Smart ForFour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Renault 15 | 2004 Smart ForFour | |
| Make | Renault | Smart |
| Model | 15 | ForFour |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1332 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 47 L |
