1974 Renault 12 vs. 1967 Triumph 1300
To start off, 1974 Renault 12 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Triumph 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Triumph 1300 would be higher. At 1,296 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Triumph 1300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Triumph 1300 (60 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1974 Renault 12. (53 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Triumph 1300 should accelerate faster than 1974 Renault 12. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Renault 12 weights approximately 32 kg more than 1967 Triumph 1300.
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, 1967 Triumph 1300 (99 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Renault 12. (96 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1967 Triumph 1300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Renault 12.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Renault 12 | 1967 Triumph 1300 | |
| Make | Renault | Triumph |
| Model | 12 | 1300 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 918 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2460 mm |
