1970 Porsche 914 vs. 1973 Renault 15
To start off, 1973 Renault 15 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Porsche 914. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Porsche 914 would be higher. At 1,677 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Porsche 914 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Porsche 914 (79 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1973 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Porsche 914 should accelerate faster than 1973 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Renault 15 weights approximately 40 kg more than 1970 Porsche 914.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Porsche 914 (136 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1970 Porsche 914 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Porsche 914 | 1973 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Porsche | Renault |
| Model | 914 | 15 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1677 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 69 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 55 L |
