2007 Nissan Note vs. 1975 Renault 15
To start off, 2007 Nissan Note 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Note is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Note (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1975 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Note should accelerate faster than 1975 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Note weights approximately 223 kg more than 1975 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 Nissan Note (153 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Renault 15. (99 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Note will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Nissan Note | 1975 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | Note | 15 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 69 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1188 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 55 L |
