1970 Ford 12 M vs. 1983 Renault 4
To start off, 1983 Renault 4 is newer by 13 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 1,305 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Ford 12 M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Ford 12 M (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1983 Renault 4. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Ford 12 M should accelerate faster than 1983 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Ford 12 M weights approximately 155 kg more than 1983 Renault 4. 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, 1983 Renault 4, 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, 1970 Ford 12 M (93 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Renault 4. (62 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1970 Ford 12 M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Renault 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ford 12 M | 1983 Renault 4 | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | 12 M | 4 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1305 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 62 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2410 mm |
