2007 Honda Civic vs. 1979 Renault 15
To start off, 2007 Honda Civic is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Renault 15 would be higher. At 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Civic (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1979 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1979 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Civic weights approximately 315 kg more than 1979 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 Honda Civic (174 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Civic | 1979 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Civic | 15 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 69 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |
