1971 Renault 15 vs. 1964 Renault 8
To start off, 1971 Renault 15 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Renault 8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Renault 8 would be higher. At 1,289 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Renault 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Renault 8 (95 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1971 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Renault 8 should accelerate faster than 1971 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Renault 15 weights approximately 112 kg more than 1964 Renault 8.
Let's talk about torque, 1964 Renault 8 (99 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1964 Renault 8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Renault 15 | 1964 Renault 8 | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | 15 | 8 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 72 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 853 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2280 mm |
