1955 Chrysler 300 vs. 1971 Renault 15
To start off, 1971 Renault 15 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Chrysler 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Chrysler 300 would be higher. At 5,425 cc (8 cylinders), 1955 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Chrysler 300 (296 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 1971 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1971 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 965 kg more than 1971 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, 1955 Chrysler 300 (477 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 379 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1955 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Chrysler 300 | 1971 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Renault |
| Model | 300 | 15 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5425 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 477 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1930 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5570 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2440 mm |
