1955 Morris Minor 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 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Morris Minor would be higher. At 1,289 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Renault 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Renault 15 (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1955 Morris Minor. (30 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Renault 15 should accelerate faster than 1955 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Renault 15 weights approximately 178 kg more than 1955 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Renault 15 (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Morris Minor. (54 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1971 Renault 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Morris Minor | 1971 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Morris | Renault |
| Model | Minor | 15 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 803 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 58 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 69 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 787 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 55 L |
