1971 Renault 12 vs. 2009 Suzuki Alto
To start off, 2009 Suzuki Alto is newer by 38 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 1,289 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Renault 12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Suzuki Alto (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1971 Renault 12. (53 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Suzuki Alto should accelerate faster than 1971 Renault 12. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Renault 12 weights approximately 15 kg more than 2009 Suzuki Alto.
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 Renault 12 (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Suzuki Alto. (90 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1971 Renault 12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Suzuki Alto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Renault 12 | 2009 Suzuki Alto | |
| Make | Renault | Suzuki |
| Model | 12 | Alto |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 11:01 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 138 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 4.4 L/100km |
