1999 AC Aceca vs. 1975 Renault 15
To start off, 1999 AC Aceca is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Renault 15 would be higher. At 3,506 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 AC Aceca (346 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 287 more horse power than 1975 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1975 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 AC Aceca weights approximately 645 kg more than 1975 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, 1999 AC Aceca (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 301 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Renault 15. (99 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 AC Aceca | 1975 Renault 15 | |
| Make | AC | Renault |
| Model | Aceca | 15 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3506 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 69 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 55 L |
