2007 Audi A6 vs. 1974 Renault 15
To start off, 2007 Audi A6 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Renault 15 would be higher. At 2,393 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A6 (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1974 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1974 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A6 weights approximately 517 kg more than 1974 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 A6 (230 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A6 | 1974 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Audi | Renault |
| Model | A6 | 15 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2393 cc | 1287 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 69 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1482 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
