2003 MG ZT vs. 1979 Renault 15
To start off, 2003 MG ZT is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Renault 15 would be higher. At 1,951 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 MG ZT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 MG ZT (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1979 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 MG ZT should accelerate faster than 1979 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 MG ZT weights approximately 520 kg more than 1979 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, 2003 MG ZT (300 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 MG ZT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 MG ZT | 1979 Renault 15 | |
| Make | MG | Renault |
| Model | ZT | 15 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1951 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2440 mm |
