1966 Ford Zephyr vs. 1976 Renault 15
To start off, 1976 Renault 15 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ford Zephyr. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ford Zephyr would be higher. At 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Ford Zephyr is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Ford Zephyr (105 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1976 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ford Zephyr should accelerate faster than 1976 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Ford Zephyr weights approximately 335 kg more than 1976 Renault 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1966 Ford Zephyr (180 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1966 Ford Zephyr will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ford Zephyr | 1976 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Zephyr | 15 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2440 mm |
