2002 Honda Life vs. 1973 Renault 15
To start off, 2002 Honda Life is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Renault 15 would be higher. At 1,289 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Renault 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Life (63 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1973 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Life should accelerate faster than 1973 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Renault 15 weights approximately 105 kg more than 2002 Honda Life.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Renault 15 (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Life. (93 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1973 Renault 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Life | 1973 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Life | 15 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 69 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 55 L |
