1972 Renault 15 vs. 1966 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1972 Renault 15 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,289 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Renault 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Renault 15 (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1966 Toyota Corolla. (58 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Renault 15 should accelerate faster than 1966 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Renault 15 weights approximately 265 kg more than 1966 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Renault 15 (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Toyota Corolla. (77 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1972 Renault 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Renault 15 | 1966 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | 15 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1076 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 61 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |
