1972 Renault 12 vs. 2011 Daewoo Lacetti
To start off, 2011 Daewoo Lacetti is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Renault 12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Renault 12 would be higher. At 1,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Daewoo Lacetti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Daewoo Lacetti (95 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1972 Renault 12. (53 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Daewoo Lacetti should accelerate faster than 1972 Renault 12. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Daewoo Lacetti weights approximately 543 kg more than 1972 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, 2011 Daewoo Lacetti (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Renault 12. (96 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Daewoo Lacetti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Renault 12.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Renault 12 | 2011 Daewoo Lacetti | |
| Make | Renault | Daewoo |
| Model | 12 | Lacetti |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 954 kg | 1497 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2610 mm |
