2006 Mini Cooper vs. 1973 Renault 15
To start off, 2006 Mini Cooper is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Renault 15 would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mini Cooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mini Cooper (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1973 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1973 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mini Cooper weights approximately 250 kg more than 1973 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 Mini Cooper (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mini Cooper | 1973 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Mini | Renault |
| Model | Cooper | 15 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 69 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |
