1967 Austin 1300 vs. 1978 Renault 12
To start off, 1978 Renault 12 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Austin 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Austin 1300 would be higher. At 1,289 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Renault 12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Austin 1300 (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1978 Renault 12. (53 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Austin 1300 should accelerate faster than 1978 Renault 12. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Renault 12 weights approximately 92 kg more than 1967 Austin 1300.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1978 Renault 12 (96 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Austin 1300. (94 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1978 Renault 12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Austin 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Austin 1300 | 1978 Renault 12 | |
| Make | Austin | Renault |
| Model | 1300 | 12 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 858 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2450 mm |
