1974 Renault 12 vs. 1953 Alfa Romeo 1900
To start off, 1974 Renault 12 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Alfa Romeo 1900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Alfa Romeo 1900 would be higher. At 1,884 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 Alfa Romeo 1900 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Alfa Romeo 1900 (90 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1974 Renault 12. (53 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1953 Alfa Romeo 1900 should accelerate faster than 1974 Renault 12. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Alfa Romeo 1900 weights approximately 150 kg more than 1974 Renault 12. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1953 Alfa Romeo 1900 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 1953 Alfa Romeo 1900. 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, 1953 Alfa Romeo 1900 (140 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Renault 12. (96 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1953 Alfa Romeo 1900 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Renault 12.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Renault 12 | 1953 Alfa Romeo 1900 | |
| Make | Renault | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | 12 | 1900 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1884 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2710 mm |
