2001 Hyundai Coupe vs. 1976 Renault 15
To start off, 2001 Hyundai Coupe is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Renault 15 would be higher. At 2,657 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Hyundai Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Hyundai Coupe (165 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1976 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Hyundai Coupe should accelerate faster than 1976 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Hyundai Coupe weights approximately 368 kg more than 1976 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 Hyundai Coupe (255 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Hyundai Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Hyundai Coupe | 1976 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Renault |
| Model | Coupe | 15 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2657 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1333 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |
