1972 Renault 15 vs. 2012 Citroen C3
To start off, 2012 Citroen C3 is newer by 40 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 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Citroen C3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Citroen C3 (88 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1972 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Citroen C3 should accelerate faster than 1972 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Citroen C3 weights approximately 161 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, 2012 Citroen C3 (133 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Renault 15 | 2012 Citroen C3 | |
| Make | Renault | Citroen |
| Model | 15 | C3 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 75 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 | 1126 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 45 L |
