1971 Renault 15 vs. 1960 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1971 Renault 15 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 1,453 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Renault 15 (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1960 Toyota Crown. (49 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Renault 15 should accelerate faster than 1960 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Toyota Crown weights approximately 285 kg more than 1971 Renault 15.
Let's talk about torque, 1960 Toyota Crown (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1960 Toyota Crown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Renault 15 | 1960 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | 15 | Crown |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1453 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 75 L |
