1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa vs. 1973 Renault 15
To start off, 1973 Renault 15 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa would be higher. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1973 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1973 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Renault 15 weights approximately 285 kg more than 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa (205 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa | 1973 Renault 15 | |
Make | Ferrari | Renault |
Model | 500 Testarossa | 15 |
Year Released | 1956 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1985 cc | 1289 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 205 Nm | 98 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 69 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 965 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 55 L |