2001 Honda Z vs. 1974 Renault 15
To start off, 2001 Honda Z is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Renault 15 would be higher. At 1,287 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Renault 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Renault 15 (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2001 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Renault 15 should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Renault 15 weights approximately 5 kg more than 2001 Honda Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Renault 15 (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Z. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1974 Renault 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Honda Z | 1974 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Z | 15 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 1287 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 69 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 55 L |
