1949 Morris Six vs. 1973 Renault 15
To start off, 1973 Renault 15 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Morris Six. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Morris Six would be higher. At 2,215 cc (6 cylinders), 1949 Morris Six is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1949 Morris Six (70 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1973 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1949 Morris Six should accelerate faster than 1973 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Morris Six weights approximately 255 kg more than 1973 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, 1949 Morris Six (133 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1949 Morris Six will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Morris Six | 1973 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Morris | Renault |
| Model | Six | 15 |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2215 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 55 L |
