1998 Citroen Saxo vs. 1975 Renault 15
To start off, 1998 Citroen Saxo is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Renault 15 would be higher. At 1,586 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Citroen Saxo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Citroen Saxo (117 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1975 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Citroen Saxo should accelerate faster than 1975 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Renault 15 weights approximately 40 kg more than 1998 Citroen Saxo.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Citroen Saxo (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Renault 15. (99 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Citroen Saxo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Citroen Saxo | 1975 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | Saxo | 15 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 117 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 69 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2440 mm |
