1957 Ford Consul vs. 1973 Renault 15
To start off, 1973 Renault 15 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ford Consul. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ford Consul would be higher. At 1,702 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Ford Consul is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Renault 15 (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1957 Ford Consul. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Renault 15 should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Ford Consul weights approximately 124 kg more than 1973 Renault 15.
Let's talk about torque, 1957 Ford Consul (124 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1957 Ford Consul will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Ford Consul | 1973 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Consul | 15 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1702 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 124 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 | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1089 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 55 L |
