1973 Renault 15 vs. 2011 Citroen C5
To start off, 2011 Citroen C5 is newer by 38 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Citroen C5 (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1973 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1973 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Citroen C5 weights approximately 477 kg more than 1973 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, 2011 Citroen C5 (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Renault 15 | 2011 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Renault | Citroen |
| Model | 15 | C5 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1442 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 66 L |
