2004 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 1971 Renault 15
To start off, 2004 Daihatsu Sirion 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 1,296 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Daihatsu Sirion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Daihatsu Sirion (72 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1971 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Daihatsu Sirion should accelerate faster than 1971 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Renault 15 weights approximately 115 kg more than 2004 Daihatsu Sirion.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Daihatsu Sirion (101 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Daihatsu Sirion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Daihatsu Sirion | 1971 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Renault |
| Model | Sirion | 15 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2440 mm |
