1961 Mazda R 360 vs. 1976 Renault 15
To start off, 1976 Renault 15 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Mazda R 360. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Mazda R 360 would be higher. At 1,289 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Renault 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Renault 15 (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1961 Mazda R 360. (16 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Renault 15 should accelerate faster than 1961 Mazda R 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Renault 15 weights approximately 585 kg more than 1961 Mazda R 360. 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 (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Mazda R 360. (22 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1976 Renault 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Mazda R 360.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Mazda R 360 | 1976 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Mazda | Renault |
| Model | R 360 | 15 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1976 |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 16 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 22 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 380 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2990 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1770 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |
