2005 Honda Civic vs. 1975 Renault 15
To start off, 2005 Honda Civic is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Renault 15 would be higher. At 1,492 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Civic (100 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1975 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1975 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Civic weights approximately 131 kg more than 1975 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, 2005 Honda Civic (139 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Renault 15. (99 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Civic | 1975 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Civic | 15 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1492 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1096 kg | 965 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |
