2001 Honda Civic vs. 1975 Renault 15
To start off, 2001 Honda Civic is newer by 26 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 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda Civic (108 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1975 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1975 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Honda Civic weights approximately 127 kg more than 1975 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, 2001 Honda Civic (135 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Renault 15. (99 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Honda Civic | 1975 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Civic | 15 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 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 | 1092 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |
