1974 Renault 12 vs. 1974 Vauxhall Firenza
To start off, both 1974 Renault 12 and 1974 Vauxhall Firenza were released in the same year (1974). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,759 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Vauxhall Firenza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Vauxhall Firenza (77 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1974 Renault 12. (53 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Vauxhall Firenza should accelerate faster than 1974 Renault 12. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Renault 12 weights approximately 10 kg more than 1974 Vauxhall Firenza.
Because 1974 Vauxhall Firenza 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 Vauxhall Firenza. 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 Vauxhall Firenza (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Renault 12. (96 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1974 Vauxhall Firenza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Renault 12.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Renault 12 | 1974 Vauxhall Firenza | |
Make | Renault | Vauxhall |
Model | 12 | Firenza |
Year Released | 1974 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1759 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 77 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 96 Nm | 134 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2470 mm |