1971 Renault 12 vs. 2007 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2007 Toyota Yaris is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Renault 12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Renault 12 would be higher. At 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Yaris is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Yaris (131 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1971 Renault 12. (53 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 1971 Renault 12. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 310 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, 2007 Toyota Yaris (173 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Renault 12. (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Yaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Renault 12.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Renault 12 | 2007 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | 12 | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 138 km/hour | 189 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 42 L |
