1970 Datsun 1200 vs. 1976 Renault 15
To start off, 1976 Renault 15 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Datsun 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Datsun 1200 would be higher. At 1,289 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Renault 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Datsun 1200 (69 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1976 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Datsun 1200 should accelerate faster than 1976 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Renault 15 weights approximately 270 kg more than 1970 Datsun 1200.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Renault 15 (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Datsun 1200. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1976 Renault 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Datsun 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Datsun 1200 | 1976 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Datsun | Renault |
| Model | 1200 | 15 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1171 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 39 L | 55 L |
