1967 Ford 12 M vs. 1991 Renault 4
To start off, 1991 Renault 4 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Ford 12 M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Ford 12 M would be higher. At 1,183 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Ford 12 M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Ford 12 M (44 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1991 Renault 4. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Ford 12 M should accelerate faster than 1991 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Ford 12 M weights approximately 157 kg more than 1991 Renault 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Ford 12 M is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1967 Ford 12 M. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Renault 4, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1967 Ford 12 M (80 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Renault 4. (62 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1967 Ford 12 M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Renault 4.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Ford 12 M | 1991 Renault 4 | |
Make | Ford | Renault |
Model | 12 M | 4 |
Year Released | 1967 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1183 cc | 956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 34 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 80 Nm | 62 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 852 kg | 695 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2410 mm |