1996 Honda Civic vs. 1971 Renault 15
To start off, 1996 Honda Civic is newer by 25 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 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda Civic (127 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1971 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1971 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda Civic weights approximately 245 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, 1996 Honda Civic (145 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Honda Civic | 1971 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Civic | 15 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 69 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1320 mm |
