2007 Citroen Xsara vs. 1971 Renault 15
To start off, 2007 Citroen Xsara is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Renault 15 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Citroen Xsara (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1971 Renault 15. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 1971 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 381 kg more than 1971 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 Citroen Xsara (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Renault 15. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Citroen Xsara | 1971 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | Xsara | 15 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1401 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 38 L |
