1974 Renault 12 vs. 1978 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1978 Toyota Publica is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Renault 12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Renault 12 would be higher. At 1,289 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Renault 12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Toyota Publica (63 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1974 Renault 12. (53 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Toyota Publica should accelerate faster than 1974 Renault 12. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Renault 12 weights approximately 145 kg more than 1978 Toyota Publica.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Toyota Publica (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Renault 12. (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1978 Toyota Publica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Renault 12.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Renault 12 | 1978 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | 12 | Publica |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2270 mm |
