1980 Renault 15 vs. 2001 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2001 Smart ForTwo is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Renault 15 would be higher. At 1,289 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Renault 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Renault 15 (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2001 Smart ForTwo. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Renault 15 should accelerate faster than 2001 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Renault 15 weights approximately 150 kg more than 2001 Smart ForTwo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Smart ForTwo (100 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Smart ForTwo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Renault 15 | 2001 Smart ForTwo | |
Make | Renault | Smart |
Model | 15 | ForTwo |
Year Released | 1980 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1289 cc | 798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 40 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 98 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 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 | 22 L |