1976 Renault 15 vs. 2013 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2013 Mini Cooper is newer by 37 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, 2013 Mini Cooper (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1976 Renault 15. (98 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1976 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mini Cooper weights approximately 225 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, 2013 Mini Cooper (260 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Renault 15. (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Renault 15 | 2013 Mini Cooper | |
Make | Renault | Mini |
Model | 15 | Cooper |
Year Released | 1976 | 2013 |
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 | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 85 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3961 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1892 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1432 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2547 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 50 L |