1972 Renault 15 vs. 2012 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2012 Nissan Altima 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Altima (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1972 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 1972 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Altima weights approximately 433 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 Nissan Altima (244 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Renault 15 | 2012 Nissan Altima | |
Make | Renault | Nissan |
Model | 15 | Altima |
Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1289 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 98 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1398 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4595 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1796 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2675 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 76 L |