1974 Honda Z vs. 1974 Renault 12
To start off, both 1974 Honda Z 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 1,289 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Renault 12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Renault 12 (53 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1974 Honda Z. (24 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Renault 12 should accelerate faster than 1974 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Renault 12 weights approximately 440 kg more than 1974 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, 1974 Renault 12 (96 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Honda Z. (30 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1974 Renault 12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Honda Z | 1974 Renault 12 | |
Make | Honda | Renault |
Model | Z | 12 |
Year Released | 1974 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 356 cc | 1289 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 24 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 30 Nm | 96 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 510 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2450 mm |