1972 Honda 1300 vs. 1973 Renault 12
To start off, 1973 Renault 12 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Honda 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Honda 1300 would be higher. At 1,298 cc, 1972 Honda 1300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Honda 1300 (81 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1973 Renault 12. (53 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Honda 1300 should accelerate faster than 1973 Renault 12. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Renault 12 weights approximately 5 kg more than 1972 Honda 1300.
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, 1972 Honda 1300 (105 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Renault 12. (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Honda 1300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Renault 12.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Honda 1300 | 1973 Renault 12 | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | 1300 | 12 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1288 cc |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 56 L |
