1969 Morris Minor vs. 1971 Renault 15
To start off, 1971 Renault 15 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Morris Minor would be higher. At 1,565 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Renault 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Renault 15 (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1969 Morris Minor. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Renault 15 should accelerate faster than 1969 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Renault 15 weights approximately 220 kg more than 1969 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Renault 15 (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Morris Minor. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1971 Renault 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Morris Minor | 1971 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Morris | Renault |
| Model | Minor | 15 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 38 L |
