1960 Ford Anglia vs. 1976 Renault 15
To start off, 1976 Renault 15 is newer by 16 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 1,647 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Renault 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Renault 15 (98 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1960 Ford Anglia. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Renault 15 should accelerate faster than 1960 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Renault 15 weights approximately 323 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, 1976 Renault 15 (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Ford Anglia. (70 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1976 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 | 1976 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Anglia | 15 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 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 | 35 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 737 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 56 L |
