1960 Austin A 55 vs. 1974 Renault 15
To start off, 1974 Renault 15 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Austin A 55. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Austin A 55 would be higher. At 1,489 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Austin A 55 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Renault 15 (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1960 Austin A 55. (51 HP @ 4350 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Renault 15 should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin A 55. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Austin A 55 weights approximately 157 kg more than 1974 Renault 15.
Let's talk about torque, 1960 Austin A 55 (111 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1960 Austin A 55 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Austin A 55 | 1974 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Austin | Renault |
| Model | A 55 | 15 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 1287 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4350 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1122 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |
