2006 Honda Jazz vs. 1972 Renault 15
To start off, 2006 Honda Jazz is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Renault 15 would be higher. At 1,339 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda Jazz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Jazz (77 HP) has 18 more horse power than 1972 Renault 15. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Jazz should accelerate faster than 1972 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Jazz weights approximately 106 kg more than 1972 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, 2006 Honda Jazz (110 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Jazz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Jazz | 1972 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Jazz | 15 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1339 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 77 HP | 59 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.4 mm | 69 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1071 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 55 L |
