1970 Ford 12 M vs. 1980 Renault 14
To start off, 1980 Renault 14 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford 12 M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford 12 M would be higher. At 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Renault 14 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Renault 14 (70 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1970 Ford 12 M. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Renault 14 should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford 12 M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Renault 14 weights approximately 40 kg more than 1970 Ford 12 M. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Ford 12 M 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 1970 Ford 12 M. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Renault 14, 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, 1980 Renault 14 (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford 12 M. (93 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1980 Renault 14 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford 12 M.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ford 12 M | 1980 Renault 14 | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | 12 M | 14 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1305 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
