1974 Renault 12 vs. 1994 Skoda Felicia

To start off, 1994 Skoda Felicia is newer by 20 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. Both 1974 Renault 12 and 1994 Skoda Felicia are equipped with a 1,289 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Skoda Felicia (67 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1974 Renault 12. (53 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Skoda Felicia should accelerate faster than 1974 Renault 12. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Renault 12 weights approximately 32 kg more than 1994 Skoda Felicia.

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. Let's talk about torque, 1994 Skoda Felicia (102 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Renault 12. (96 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Skoda Felicia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Renault 12.

Compare all specifications:

1974 Renault 12 1994 Skoda Felicia
Make Renault Skoda
Model 12 Felicia
Year Released 1974 1994
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1289 cc 1289 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 53 HP 67 HP
Engine RPM 5250 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 96 Nm 102 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 3750 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 950 kg 918 kg
Vehicle Length 4410 mm 3860 mm
Vehicle Width 1640 mm 1630 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1420 mm
Wheelbase Size 2450 mm 2460 mm


 

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