1966 Ford 12 M vs. 1972 Renault 15
To start off, 1972 Renault 15 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ford 12 M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ford 12 M would be higher. At 1,699 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Ford 12 M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Ford 12 M (70 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1972 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ford 12 M should accelerate faster than 1972 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Renault 15 weights approximately 70 kg more than 1966 Ford 12 M.
Let's talk about torque, 1966 Ford 12 M (135 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1966 Ford 12 M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Ford 12 M | 1972 Renault 15 | |
Make | Ford | Renault |
Model | 12 M | 15 |
Year Released | 1966 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1699 cc | 1289 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 98 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 69 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 965 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 55 L |