1971 Audi 100 vs. 1971 Renault 12
To start off, both 1971 Audi 100 and 1971 Renault 12 were released in the same year (1971). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,760 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Audi 100 (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1971 Renault 12. (53 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1971 Renault 12. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Audi 100 weights approximately 100 kg more than 1971 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, 1971 Audi 100 (136 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Renault 12. (96 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1971 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Renault 12.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Audi 100 | 1971 Renault 12 | |
Make | Audi | Renault |
Model | 100 | 12 |
Year Released | 1971 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1760 cc | 1289 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 136 Nm | 96 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2450 mm |