1973 Renault 15 vs. 1963 Vauxhall VX4
To start off, 1973 Renault 15 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Vauxhall VX4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Vauxhall VX4 would be higher. At 1,594 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Vauxhall VX4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Vauxhall VX4 (85 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1973 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Vauxhall VX4 should accelerate faster than 1973 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Vauxhall VX4 weights approximately 45 kg more than 1973 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, 1963 Vauxhall VX4 (134 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1963 Vauxhall VX4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Renault 15 | 1963 Vauxhall VX4 | |
| Make | Renault | Vauxhall |
| Model | 15 | VX4 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 81.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 45 L |
