1957 Ford Anglia vs. 1980 Renault 15
To start off, 1980 Renault 15 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ford Anglia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ford Anglia would be higher. At 1,289 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Renault 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Renault 15 (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1957 Ford Anglia. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Renault 15 should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Renault 15 weights approximately 225 kg more than 1957 Ford Anglia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Renault 15 (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ford Anglia. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 1980 Renault 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Ford Anglia | 1980 Renault 15 | |
Make | Ford | Renault |
Model | Anglia | 15 |
Year Released | 1957 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1172 cc | 1289 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 31 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 98 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 63.5 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 69 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 965 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2440 mm |