1976 Renault 15 vs. 2007 Renault Clio
To start off, 2007 Renault Clio is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Renault 15 would be higher. At 1,647 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Renault 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Renault 15 (98 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2007 Renault Clio. (81 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Renault 15 should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Clio weights approximately 115 kg more than 1976 Renault 15.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Renault Clio (200 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Renault 15. (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Renault 15 | 2007 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | 15 | Clio |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1647 cc | 1461 cc |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 17.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 55 L |
