1956 Ford Consul vs. 1979 Renault 15
To start off, 1979 Renault 15 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Ford Consul. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Ford Consul would be higher. At 1,703 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Ford Consul is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Renault 15 (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1956 Ford Consul. (51 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Renault 15 should accelerate faster than 1956 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Ford Consul weights approximately 121 kg more than 1979 Renault 15.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 Ford Consul (127 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1956 Ford Consul will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Ford Consul | 1979 Renault 15 | |
Make | Ford | Renault |
Model | Consul | 15 |
Year Released | 1956 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1703 cc | 1289 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 127 Nm | 98 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 69 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1086 kg | 965 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 55 L |