1969 Renault 12 vs. 1963 Rover P6
To start off, 1969 Renault 12 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Rover P6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Rover P6 would be higher. At 1,978 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Rover P6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Rover P6 (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1969 Renault 12. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Rover P6 should accelerate faster than 1969 Renault 12. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Rover P6 weights approximately 370 kg more than 1969 Renault 12. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1963 Rover P6 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 1963 Rover P6. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1969 Renault 12, 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, 1963 Rover P6 (153 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Renault 12. (96 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1963 Rover P6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Renault 12.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Renault 12 | 1963 Rover P6 | |
| Make | Renault | Rover |
| Model | 12 | P6 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1978 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 54 L |
