2002 Mazda Spiano vs. 1980 Renault 15
To start off, 2002 Mazda Spiano is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Renault 15 would be higher. At 1,289 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Renault 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Renault 15 (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2002 Mazda Spiano. (52 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Renault 15 should accelerate faster than 2002 Mazda Spiano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Renault 15 weights approximately 185 kg more than 2002 Mazda Spiano. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Renault 15 (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mazda Spiano. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1980 Renault 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mazda Spiano.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mazda Spiano | 1980 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Mazda | Renault |
| Model | Spiano | 15 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60.4 mm | 69 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2440 mm |
