1974 Renault 12 vs. 1971 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1974 Renault 12 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Toyota Carina (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1974 Renault 12. (53 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 1974 Renault 12.
Because 1971 Toyota Carina 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 1971 Toyota Carina. 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, 1971 Toyota Carina (135 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Renault 12. (96 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1971 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Renault 12.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Renault 12 | 1971 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | 12 | Carina |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2430 mm |
