1970 Honda S600 vs. 1975 Renault 15
To start off, 1975 Renault 15 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Honda S600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Honda S600 would be higher. At 1,289 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Renault 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Honda S600 (70 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1975 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Honda S600 should accelerate faster than 1975 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Renault 15 weights approximately 240 kg more than 1970 Honda S600.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Renault 15 (99 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Honda S600. (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1975 Renault 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Honda S600.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Honda S600 | 1975 Renault 15 | |
Make | Honda | Renault |
Model | S600 | 15 |
Year Released | 1970 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 791 cc | 1289 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 99 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 60 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 69 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 965 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 55 L |