1979 Renault 15 vs. 2013 Hyundai Veloster
To start off, 2013 Hyundai Veloster is newer by 34 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 1,591 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Hyundai Veloster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Hyundai Veloster (198 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1979 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Hyundai Veloster should accelerate faster than 1979 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Hyundai Veloster weights approximately 290 kg more than 1979 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 Hyundai Veloster (264 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Hyundai Veloster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Renault 15 | 2013 Hyundai Veloster | |
| Make | Renault | Hyundai |
| Model | 15 | Veloster |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1591 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 264 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1805 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1399 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |
