2009 Ford Ka vs. 1971 Renault 15
To start off, 2009 Ford Ka is newer by 38 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 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Ka is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Ka (68 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1971 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Ka should accelerate faster than 1971 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Renault 15 weights approximately 78 kg more than 2009 Ford Ka.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Ford Ka (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Ka will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Ka | 1971 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Ka | 15 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 69 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 887 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 55 L |
