1972 Honda Civic vs. 1976 Renault 12
To start off, 1976 Renault 12 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,289 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Renault 12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Honda Civic (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1976 Renault 12. (53 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1976 Renault 12. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Renault 12 weights approximately 275 kg more than 1972 Honda Civic.
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 Civic (100 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Renault 12. (96 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Renault 12.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Honda Civic | 1976 Renault 12 | |
Make | Honda | Renault |
Model | Civic | 12 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1169 cc | 1289 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 96 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2450 mm |