1974 Renault 12 vs. 1974 Volkswagen Scirocco
To start off, both 1974 Renault 12 and 1974 Volkswagen Scirocco were released in the same year (1974). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,457 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Volkswagen Scirocco is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Renault 12 weights approximately 146 kg more than 1974 Volkswagen Scirocco.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Renault 12 | 1974 Volkswagen Scirocco | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | 12 | Scirocco |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 0 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 804 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2410 mm |
