1980 Audi Sport vs. 1972 Renault 15
To start off, 1980 Audi Sport is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Renault 15 would be higher. At 2,133 cc (5 cylinders), 1980 Audi Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Audi Sport (300 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 1972 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Audi Sport should accelerate faster than 1972 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Audi Sport weights approximately 35 kg more than 1972 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, 1980 Audi Sport (330 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1980 Audi Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi Sport | 1972 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Audi | Renault |
| Model | Sport | 15 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2133 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.3 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 69 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 55 L |
