1975 Audi 50 vs. 1971 Renault 15
To start off, 1975 Audi 50 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Renault 15 would be higher. At 1,565 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Renault 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Renault 15 (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1975 Audi 50. (49 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Renault 15 should accelerate faster than 1975 Audi 50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Renault 15 weights approximately 335 kg more than 1975 Audi 50. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Renault 15 (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Audi 50. (77 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1971 Renault 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Audi 50.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Audi 50 | 1971 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Audi | Renault |
| Model | 50 | 15 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1091 cc | 1565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 685 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1640 mm |
