2004 MCC ForFour vs. 1976 Renault 15
To start off, 2004 MCC ForFour is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Renault 15 would be higher. At 1,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 MCC ForFour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 MCC ForFour (108 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1976 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 MCC ForFour should accelerate faster than 1976 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 MCC ForFour weights approximately 15 kg more than 1976 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 MCC ForFour (148 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 MCC ForFour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 MCC ForFour | 1976 Renault 15 | |
| Make | MCC | Renault |
| Model | ForFour | 15 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1310 mm |
