1965 Austin A 40 vs. 1979 Renault 15
To start off, 1979 Renault 15 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,289 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Renault 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Renault 15 (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1965 Austin A 40. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Renault 15 should accelerate faster than 1965 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Renault 15 weights approximately 205 kg more than 1965 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Renault 15 (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Austin A 40. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1979 Renault 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Austin A 40 | 1979 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Austin | Renault |
| Model | A 40 | 15 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 69 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 55 L |
