1959 Alvis TD vs. 1975 Renault 15
To start off, 1975 Renault 15 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Alvis TD. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Alvis TD would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Alvis TD is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Alvis TD (117 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1975 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Alvis TD should accelerate faster than 1975 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Alvis TD weights approximately 460 kg more than 1975 Renault 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 Alvis TD (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Renault 15. (99 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1959 Alvis TD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Alvis TD | 1975 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Alvis | Renault |
| Model | TD | 15 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 117 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 55 L |
