2007 Kia Picanto vs. 1976 Renault 15
To start off, 2007 Kia Picanto 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 1,647 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Renault 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Renault 15 (98 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2007 Kia Picanto. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Renault 15 should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Picanto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Renault 15 weights approximately 132 kg more than 2007 Kia Picanto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Renault 15 (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Picanto. (99 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1976 Renault 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Picanto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Picanto | 1976 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Kia | Renault |
| Model | Picanto | 15 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1086 cc | 1647 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 928 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 56 L |
