1974 Renault 12 vs. 1974 Seat 131
To start off, both 1974 Renault 12 and 1974 Seat 131 were released in the same year (1974). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,296 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Seat 131 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Seat 131 (64 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1974 Renault 12. (53 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Seat 131 should accelerate faster than 1974 Renault 12. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Seat 131 weights approximately 15 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 1974 Seat 131 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 Seat 131. 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 Seat 131 (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Renault 12. (96 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1974 Seat 131 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Renault 12.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Renault 12 | 1974 Seat 131 | |
Make | Renault | Seat |
Model | 12 | 131 |
Year Released | 1974 | 1974 |
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 | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 96 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 965 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2500 mm |