2007 Audi A4 vs. 1976 Renault 15
To start off, 2007 Audi A4 is newer by 31 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 1,779 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A4 (161 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1976 Renault 15. (98 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1976 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A4 weights approximately 330 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, 2007 Audi A4 (225 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Renault 15. (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A4 | 1976 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Audi | Renault |
| Model | A4 | 15 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 1647 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 56 L |
