1972 Renault 15 vs. 1959 Renault Fregate

To start off, 1972 Renault 15 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Renault Fregate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Renault Fregate would be higher. At 2,141 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Renault Fregate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Renault Fregate (76 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1972 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Renault Fregate should accelerate faster than 1972 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Renault Fregate weights approximately 345 kg more than 1972 Renault 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Let's talk about torque, 1959 Renault Fregate (153 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1959 Renault Fregate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Renault 15.

Compare all specifications:

1972 Renault 15 1959 Renault Fregate
Make Renault Renault
Model 15 Fregate
Year Released 1972 1959
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1289 cc 2141 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 59 HP 76 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 4100 RPM
Torque 98 Nm 153 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 2200 RPM
Engine Bore Size 75 mm 88 mm
Engine Stroke Size 69 mm 88 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 965 kg 1310 kg
Vehicle Length 4270 mm 4710 mm
Vehicle Width 1640 mm 1730 mm
Vehicle Height 1310 mm 1540 mm
Wheelbase Size 2440 mm 2810 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 55 L 38 L


 

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