1976 Renault 15 vs. 1959 Vauxhall Victor
To start off, 1976 Renault 15 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Vauxhall Victor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Vauxhall Victor would be higher. At 1,508 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Vauxhall Victor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Renault 15 (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1959 Vauxhall Victor. (49 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Renault 15 should accelerate faster than 1959 Vauxhall Victor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Renault 15 weights approximately 26 kg more than 1959 Vauxhall Victor. 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 Vauxhall Victor (116 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1959 Vauxhall Victor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Renault 15 | 1959 Vauxhall Victor | |
Make | Renault | Vauxhall |
Model | 15 | Victor |
Year Released | 1976 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1508 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 98 Nm | 116 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 939 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 45 L |