1964 Honda S500 vs. 1976 Renault 15
To start off, 1976 Renault 15 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Honda S500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Honda S500 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 60 more horse power than 1964 Honda S500. (38 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Renault 15 should accelerate faster than 1964 Honda S500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Renault 15 weights approximately 380 kg more than 1964 Honda S500. 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 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Honda S500. (39 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1976 Renault 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Honda S500.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Honda S500 | 1976 Renault 15 | |
Make | Honda | Renault |
Model | S500 | 15 |
Year Released | 1964 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 491 cc | 1647 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 39 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3310 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 56 L |