1990 Honda Civic vs. 1971 Renault 15
To start off, 1990 Honda Civic is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Renault 15 would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Honda Civic (150 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1971 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1971 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Honda Civic weights approximately 61 kg more than 1971 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, 1990 Honda Civic (148 Nm @ 7000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Honda Civic | 1971 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Civic | 15 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 69 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |
