1974 Honda Life vs. 1975 Renault 15
To start off, 1975 Renault 15 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Honda Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Honda Life would be higher. At 1,289 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Renault 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Renault 15 (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1974 Honda Life. (29 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Renault 15 should accelerate faster than 1974 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Renault 15 weights approximately 475 kg more than 1974 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Renault 15 (99 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Honda Life. (28 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1975 Renault 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Honda Life | 1975 Renault 15 | |
Make | Honda | Renault |
Model | Life | 15 |
Year Released | 1974 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 356 cc | 1289 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 29 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 28 Nm | 99 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 67 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 50.6 mm | 69 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 965 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 55 L |