1950 AC 2-Litre vs. 1976 Renault 15
To start off, 1976 Renault 15 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 AC 2-Litre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 AC 2-Litre would be higher. At 1,991 cc (6 cylinders), 1950 AC 2-Litre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Renault 15 (98 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1950 AC 2-Litre. (76 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Renault 15 should accelerate faster than 1950 AC 2-Litre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 AC 2-Litre weights approximately 266 kg more than 1976 Renault 15.
Let's talk about torque, 1950 AC 2-Litre (136 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Renault 15. (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1950 AC 2-Litre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 AC 2-Litre | 1976 Renault 15 | |
| Make | AC | Renault |
| Model | 2-Litre | 15 |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1647 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 56 L |
