2008 Ford Fiesta vs. 1971 Renault 15
To start off, 2008 Ford Fiesta is newer by 37 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 1,565 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Renault 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Renault 15 (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2008 Ford Fiesta. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Renault 15 should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 125 kg more than 1971 Renault 15.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Ford Fiesta (160 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Renault 15. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Fiesta | 1971 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Fiesta | 15 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1399 cc | 1565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.8 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 38 L |
