1980 Renault 15 vs. 1965 Volkswagen 1600
To start off, 1980 Renault 15 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Volkswagen 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Volkswagen 1600 would be higher. At 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Volkswagen 1600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Renault 15 (59 HP) has 6 more horse power than 1965 Volkswagen 1600. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Renault 15 should accelerate faster than 1965 Volkswagen 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Volkswagen 1600 weights approximately 10 kg more than 1980 Renault 15.
Let's talk about torque, 1965 Volkswagen 1600 (110 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1965 Volkswagen 1600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Renault 15 | 1965 Volkswagen 1600 | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | 15 | 1600 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 69 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 40 L |
