1973 Honda Z vs. 1973 Renault 12
To start off, both 1973 Honda Z and 1973 Renault 12 were released in the same year (1973). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,288 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Renault 12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Renault 12 (53 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1973 Honda Z. (32 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Renault 12 should accelerate faster than 1973 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Renault 12 weights approximately 320 kg more than 1973 Honda Z. 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, 1973 Renault 12 (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda Z. (43 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1973 Renault 12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Honda Z | 1973 Renault 12 | |
Make | Honda | Renault |
Model | Z | 12 |
Year Released | 1973 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 599 cc | 1288 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 32 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 43 Nm | 94 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69.6 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
Top Speed | 126 km/hour | 143 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 580 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3140 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 56 L |