1976 Renault 15 vs. 2007 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2007 Toyota Prius 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, 2007 Toyota Prius (110 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1976 Renault 15. (98 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Prius should accelerate faster than 1976 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Prius weights approximately 240 kg more than 1976 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, 1976 Renault 15 (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Prius. (111 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1976 Renault 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Renault 15 | 2007 Toyota Prius | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | 15 | Prius |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1647 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 45 L |
