2007 Lotus Exige vs. 1975 Renault 15
To start off, 2007 Lotus Exige is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Renault 15 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Lotus Exige is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lotus Exige (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1975 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 1975 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Renault 15 weights approximately 90 kg more than 2007 Lotus Exige.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Lotus Exige (181 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Renault 15. (99 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Lotus Exige will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Lotus Exige | 1975 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Lotus | Renault |
| Model | Exige | 15 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 69 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 55 L |
