2004 Audi A3 vs. 1971 Renault 15
To start off, 2004 Audi A3 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Renault 15 would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A3 (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1971 Renault 15. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1971 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A3 weights approximately 185 kg more than 1971 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, 2004 Audi A3 (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Renault 15. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A3 | 1971 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Audi | Renault |
| Model | A3 | 15 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 38 L |
