1980 Renault 15 vs. 2010 Kia Rio
To start off, 2010 Kia Rio is newer by 30 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 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Kia Rio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Rio (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1980 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 1980 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Rio weights approximately 141 kg more than 1980 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, 2010 Kia Rio (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Rio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Renault 15 | 2010 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Renault | Kia |
| Model | 15 | Rio |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1106 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4026 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2499 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 45 L |
