1972 Renault 15 vs. 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster
To start off, 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster 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 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1972 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster should accelerate faster than 1972 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster weights approximately 276 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 Mini Cooper Roadster (260 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Renault 15 | 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster | |
| Make | Renault | Mini |
| Model | 15 | Cooper Roadster |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1241 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3734 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1684 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1389 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2466 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |
