1976 Renault 15 vs. 2010 Mazda 2
To start off, 2010 Mazda 2 is newer by 34 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 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mazda 2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mazda 2 (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1976 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda 2 should accelerate faster than 1976 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Renault 15 weights approximately 5 kg more than 2010 Mazda 2.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Mazda 2 (136 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Mazda 2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Renault 15 | 2010 Mazda 2 | |
| Make | Renault | Mazda |
| Model | 15 | 2 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 43 L |
