1972 Mazda 616 vs. 1975 Renault 15
To start off, 1975 Renault 15 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mazda 616 would be higher. At 1,586 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Mazda 616 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Mazda 616 (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1975 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Mazda 616 should accelerate faster than 1975 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Renault 15 weights approximately 55 kg more than 1972 Mazda 616.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Mazda 616 (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Renault 15. (99 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1972 Mazda 616 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mazda 616 | 1975 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Mazda | Renault |
| Model | 616 | 15 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 69 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2440 mm |
