1969 Renault 12 vs. 1993 Toyota Starlet
To start off, 1993 Toyota Starlet is newer by 24 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 1,289 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Renault 12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Renault 12 (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1993 Toyota Starlet. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Renault 12 should accelerate faster than 1993 Toyota Starlet.
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 Renault 12 (96 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Toyota Starlet. (77 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1969 Renault 12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Toyota Starlet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Renault 12 | 1993 Toyota Starlet | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | 12 | Starlet |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2310 mm |
