1969 Renault 12 vs. 2012 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2012 Kia Sportage is newer by 43 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Sportage (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1969 Renault 12. (113 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1969 Renault 12. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Sportage weights approximately 572 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.
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, 2012 Kia Sportage (364 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Renault 12. (140 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Renault 12.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Renault 12 | 2012 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Renault | Kia |
| Model | 12 | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1565 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 364 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1502 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1636 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2639 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 89 L | 58 L |
