1973 Renault 15 vs. 2013 BMW X1
To start off, 2013 BMW X1 is newer by 40 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 BMW X1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW X1 (238 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1973 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW X1 should accelerate faster than 1973 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW X1 weights approximately 725 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, 2013 BMW X1 (350 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 BMW X1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Renault 15 | 2013 BMW X1 | |
| Make | Renault | BMW |
| Model | 15 | X1 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4484 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 2044 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1545 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 63 L |
