1979 Renault 15 vs. 1958 Talbot Lago America
To start off, 1979 Renault 15 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Talbot Lago America. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Talbot Lago America would be higher. At 2,476 cc (8 cylinders), 1958 Talbot Lago America is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Talbot Lago America (106 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1979 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Talbot Lago America should accelerate faster than 1979 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Talbot Lago America weights approximately 35 kg more than 1979 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, 1958 Talbot Lago America (212 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1958 Talbot Lago America will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Renault 15 | 1958 Talbot Lago America | |
| Make | Renault | Talbot |
| Model | 15 | Lago America |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1958 |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 2476 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2510 mm |
