1977 Renault 15 vs. 2010 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2010 Kia Cee'd is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Renault 15 would be higher. At 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Kia Cee'd is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Cee'd (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1977 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Cee'd should accelerate faster than 1977 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Cee'd weights approximately 376 kg more than 1977 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, 2010 Kia Cee'd (187 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Cee'd will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Renault 15 | 2010 Kia Cee'd | |
| Make | Renault | Kia |
| Model | 15 | Cee'd |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 93.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1341 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 53 L |
