1973 Renault 15 vs. 2012 Peugeot 408
To start off, 2012 Peugeot 408 is newer by 39 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 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Peugeot 408 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Peugeot 408 (110 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1973 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Peugeot 408 should accelerate faster than 1973 Renault 15.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Peugeot 408 (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Peugeot 408 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Renault 15 | 2012 Peugeot 408 | |
| Make | Renault | Peugeot |
| Model | 15 | 408 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1815 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1525 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2710 mm |
