1974 Renault 12 vs. 1970 Simca 1301
To start off, 1974 Renault 12 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Simca 1301. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Simca 1301 would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Simca 1301 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Renault 12 (53 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1970 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Renault 12 should accelerate faster than 1970 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Simca 1301 weights approximately 60 kg more than 1974 Renault 12.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Simca 1301 (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Renault 12. (96 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1970 Simca 1301 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Renault 12.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Renault 12 | 1970 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Renault | Simca |
| Model | 12 | 1301 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2530 mm |
