1955 Ford Zephyr vs. 1980 Renault 15
To start off, 1980 Renault 15 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Ford Zephyr. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Ford Zephyr would be higher. At 2,260 cc (6 cylinders), 1955 Ford Zephyr is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Renault 15 (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1955 Ford Zephyr. (57 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Renault 15 should accelerate faster than 1955 Ford Zephyr. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Ford Zephyr weights approximately 180 kg more than 1980 Renault 15.
Let's talk about torque, 1955 Ford Zephyr (151 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1955 Ford Zephyr will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Ford Zephyr | 1980 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Zephyr | 15 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 69 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 55 L |
