1969 Renault 12 vs. 1972 Simca 1301
To start off, 1972 Simca 1301 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Renault 12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Renault 12 would be higher. At 1,565 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Renault 12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Renault 12 (113 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Renault 12 should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Simca 1301 weights approximately 110 kg more than 1969 Renault 12.
Let's talk about torque, 1969 Renault 12 (140 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1969 Renault 12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Renault 12 | 1972 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Renault | Simca |
| Model | 12 | 1301 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1565 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2530 mm |
