1960 Ford Anglia vs. 1975 Renault 15
To start off, 1975 Renault 15 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Ford Anglia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Ford Anglia would be higher. At 1,289 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Renault 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Renault 15 (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1960 Ford Anglia. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Renault 15 should accelerate faster than 1960 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Renault 15 weights approximately 228 kg more than 1960 Ford Anglia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Renault 15 (99 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Ford Anglia. (70 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1975 Renault 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Ford Anglia | 1975 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Anglia | 15 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 997 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 737 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |
