1956 Austin-Healey Tickford vs. 1972 Renault 15
To start off, 1972 Renault 15 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Austin-Healey Tickford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Austin-Healey Tickford would be higher. At 2,443 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Austin-Healey Tickford is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Austin-Healey Tickford (105 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1972 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Austin-Healey Tickford should accelerate faster than 1972 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Austin-Healey Tickford weights approximately 565 kg more than 1972 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, 1956 Austin-Healey Tickford (184 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1956 Austin-Healey Tickford will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Austin-Healey Tickford | 1972 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Renault |
| Model | Tickford | 15 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2443 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2440 mm |
