1968 Mazda Familia vs. 1973 Renault 15
To start off, 1973 Renault 15 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 1,289 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Renault 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Renault 15 (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1968 Mazda Familia. (57 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Renault 15 should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Renault 15 weights approximately 175 kg more than 1968 Mazda Familia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Renault 15 (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda Familia. (81 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1973 Renault 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Mazda Familia | 1973 Renault 15 | |
Make | Mazda | Renault |
Model | Familia | 15 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 985 cc | 1289 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 81 Nm | 98 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 965 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |