1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa vs. 1979 Renault 15
To start off, 1979 Renault 15 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa would be higher. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1979 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1979 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Renault 15 weights approximately 285 kg more than 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa.
Let's talk about torque, 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa (205 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa | 1979 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Renault |
| Model | 500 Testarossa | 15 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 55 L |
