1973 Renault 15 vs. 1998 Renault Clio
To start off, 1998 Renault Clio is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Renault 15 would be higher. At 1,783 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Renault Clio (64 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1973 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 1973 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Renault 15 weights approximately 85 kg more than 1998 Renault Clio.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Renault Clio (118 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Renault 15 | 1998 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | 15 | Clio |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1783 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |
