1974 Hyundai Pony vs. 1974 Renault 12
To start off, both 1974 Hyundai Pony 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 Hyundai Pony (82 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1974 Renault 12. (53 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Hyundai Pony should accelerate faster than 1974 Renault 12. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Renault 12 weights approximately 120 kg more than 1974 Hyundai Pony.
Because 1974 Hyundai Pony 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 Hyundai Pony. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 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 Renault 12 (96 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Hyundai Pony. (85 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1974 Renault 12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Hyundai Pony.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Hyundai Pony | 1974 Renault 12 | |
Make | Hyundai | Renault |
Model | Pony | 12 |
Year Released | 1974 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1238 cc | 1289 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 85 Nm | 96 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2450 mm |