1970 Austin 3 vs. 1977 Renault 15
To start off, 1977 Renault 15 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Austin 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Austin 3 would be higher. At 2,910 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Austin 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Austin 3 (123 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1977 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Austin 3 should accelerate faster than 1977 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Austin 3 weights approximately 525 kg more than 1977 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, 1970 Austin 3 (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1970 Austin 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Austin 3 | 1977 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Austin | Renault |
| Model | 3 | 15 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2910 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 69 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 55 L |
