1974 Ford Coin vs. 1974 Renault 12
To start off, both 1974 Ford Coin and 1974 Renault 12 were released in the same year (1974). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Ford Coin is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Ford Coin (101 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1974 Renault 12. (53 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Ford Coin should accelerate faster than 1974 Renault 12.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Ford Coin (146 Nm) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Renault 12. (96 Nm). This means 1974 Ford Coin will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Renault 12. 1974 Ford Coin has automatic transmission and 1974 Renault 12 has manual transmission. 1974 Renault 12 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1974 Ford Coin will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Ford Coin | 1974 Renault 12 | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Coin | 12 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2450 mm |
