1973 Renault 12 vs. 2012 Honda Civic
To start off, 2012 Honda Civic is newer by 39 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 1,339 cc (2 cylinders), 2012 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Civic (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1973 Renault 12. (53 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1973 Renault 12.
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, 2012 Honda Civic (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Renault 12. (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Renault 12.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Renault 12 | 2012 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Renault | Honda |
| Model | 12 | Civic |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1288 cc | 1339 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| 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 Width | 1620 mm | 1785 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
