1969 Austin 1300 vs. 1975 Renault 12
To start off, 1975 Renault 12 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Austin 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Austin 1300 would be higher. At 1,289 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Renault 12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Austin 1300 (70 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1975 Renault 12. (53 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Austin 1300 should accelerate faster than 1975 Renault 12. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Renault 12 weights approximately 45 kg more than 1969 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, 1969 Austin 1300 (101 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Renault 12. (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1969 Austin 1300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Renault 12.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Austin 1300 | 1975 Renault 12 | |
| Make | Austin | Renault |
| Model | 1300 | 12 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 77 mm |
| Top Speed | 148 km/hour | 143 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 56 L |
