1973 Renault 12 vs. 1976 Renault 14
To start off, 1976 Renault 14 is newer by 3 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 1,288 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Renault 12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Renault 14 (57 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1973 Renault 12. (53 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Renault 14 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 1976 Renault 14.
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 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Renault 14. (92 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1973 Renault 12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Renault 14.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Renault 12 | 1976 Renault 14 | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | 12 | 14 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1288 cc | 1216 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 48 L |
