1972 Renault 15 vs. 2010 Peugeot 1007
To start off, 2010 Peugeot 1007 is newer by 38 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 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Peugeot 1007 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Peugeot 1007 (104 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1972 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Peugeot 1007 should accelerate faster than 1972 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Peugeot 1007 weights approximately 253 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, 2010 Peugeot 1007 (149 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Peugeot 1007 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Renault 15 | 2010 Peugeot 1007 | |
| Make | Renault | Peugeot |
| Model | 15 | 1007 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1218 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 40 L |
