1970 Daihatsu Fellow vs. 1976 Renault 12
To start off, 1976 Renault 12 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Daihatsu Fellow would be higher. At 1,289 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Renault 12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Renault 12 (53 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. (38 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Renault 12 should accelerate faster than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Renault 12 weights approximately 441 kg more than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. 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, 1976 Renault 12 (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. (40 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1976 Renault 12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Daihatsu Fellow | 1976 Renault 12 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Renault |
| Model | Fellow | 12 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 120 km/hour | 143 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 465 kg | 906 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 56 L |
