1959 Austin A 40 vs. 1976 Renault 15
To start off, 1976 Renault 15 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,647 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Renault 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Renault 15 (98 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 40. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Renault 15 should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Renault 15 weights approximately 300 kg more than 1959 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Renault 15 (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 40. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1976 Renault 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Austin A 40 | 1976 Renault 15 | |
Make | Austin | Renault |
Model | A 40 | 15 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 997 cc | 1647 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 56 L |