1995 Kia Retona vs. 1972 Renault 15
To start off, 1995 Kia Retona is newer by 23 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Kia Retona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Kia Retona (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1972 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Kia Retona should accelerate faster than 1972 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Kia Retona weights approximately 905 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, 1995 Kia Retona (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 Kia Retona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Kia Retona | 1972 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Kia | Renault |
| Model | Retona | 15 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 69 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2440 mm |
