1969 Peugeot 404 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 Peugeot 404. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Peugeot 404 would be higher. At 1,618 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Peugeot 404 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Renault 15 (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1969 Peugeot 404. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Renault 15 should accelerate faster than 1969 Peugeot 404. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Peugeot 404 weights approximately 45 kg more than 1971 Renault 15.
Let's talk about torque, 1969 Peugeot 404 (133 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Renault 15. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1969 Peugeot 404 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Peugeot 404 | 1971 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Renault |
| Model | 404 | 15 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1618 cc | 1565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 38 L |
