1973 Renault 12 vs. 1974 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1974 Toyota Corolla is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Renault 12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Renault 12 would be higher. At 1,407 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Toyota Corolla (76 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1973 Renault 12. (53 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1973 Renault 12. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Renault 12 weights approximately 35 kg more than 1974 Toyota Corolla.
Because 1974 Toyota Corolla is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1974 Toyota Corolla. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 Renault 12, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1974 Toyota Corolla (114 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Renault 12. (96 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1974 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Renault 12.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Renault 12 | 1974 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | 12 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1288 cc | 1407 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2380 mm |
