1958 Porsche 550 A vs. 1976 Renault 15
To start off, 1976 Renault 15 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Porsche 550 A. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Porsche 550 A would be higher. At 1,496 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Porsche 550 A is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Porsche 550 A (108 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1976 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Porsche 550 A should accelerate faster than 1976 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Renault 15 weights approximately 360 kg more than 1958 Porsche 550 A.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Porsche 550 A | 1976 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Porsche | Renault |
| Model | 550 A | 15 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1496 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 605 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2440 mm |
