1979 Renault 15 vs. 2006 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2006 Smart ForTwo is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Renault 15 would be higher. At 1,289 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Renault 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Smart ForTwo (74 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1979 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Smart ForTwo should accelerate faster than 1979 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Renault 15 weights approximately 145 kg more than 2006 Smart ForTwo.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Smart ForTwo (110 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Smart ForTwo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Renault 15 | 2006 Smart ForTwo | |
| Make | Renault | Smart |
| Model | 15 | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 697 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 66.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 67 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 2510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 1820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 33 L |
