1972 Renault 15 vs. 2009 Kia Picanto
To start off, 2009 Kia Picanto is newer by 37 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 1,289 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Renault 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Picanto (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1972 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Picanto should accelerate faster than 1972 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Renault 15 weights approximately 115 kg more than 2009 Kia Picanto.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Renault 15 (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Picanto. (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Renault 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Picanto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Renault 15 | 2009 Kia Picanto | |
| Make | Renault | Kia |
| Model | 15 | Picanto |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1086 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 67 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 35 L |
