1972 Renault 15 vs. 2013 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Beetle is newer by 41 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Volkswagen Beetle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen Beetle (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1972 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Beetle should accelerate faster than 1972 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Beetle weights approximately 355 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, 2013 Volkswagen Beetle (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Beetle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Renault 15 | 2013 Volkswagen Beetle | |
Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
Model | 15 | Beetle |
Year Released | 1972 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1289 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 98 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 95 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4278 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1808 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1486 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2537 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |