1977 Renault 15 vs. 2013 Honda Civic
To start off, 2013 Honda Civic is newer by 36 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 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda Civic (138 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1977 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1977 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Civic weights approximately 262 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, 2013 Honda Civic (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Renault 15 | 2013 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Renault | Honda |
| Model | 15 | Civic |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 87 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1227 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4556 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1752 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1435 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |
