1976 Renault 15 vs. 2012 Hyundai i30
To start off, 2012 Hyundai i30 is newer by 36 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 1,582 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Hyundai i30 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai i30 (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1976 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai i30 should accelerate faster than 1976 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai i30 weights approximately 444 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, 2012 Hyundai i30 (255 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai i30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Renault 15 | 2012 Hyundai i30 | |
Make | Renault | Hyundai |
Model | 15 | i30 |
Year Released | 1976 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1582 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 98 Nm | 255 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1409 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 53 L |