1976 Renault 15 vs. 2011 Hyundai Accent
To start off, 2011 Hyundai Accent is newer by 35 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, 2011 Hyundai Accent (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1976 Renault 15. (98 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai Accent should accelerate faster than 1976 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Hyundai Accent weights approximately 72 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, 2011 Hyundai Accent (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Renault 15. (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Hyundai Accent will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Renault 15 | 2011 Hyundai Accent | |
| Make | Renault | Hyundai |
| Model | 15 | Accent |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1647 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1132 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4046 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2499 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 45 L |
