1974 Renault 12 vs. 1995 Alfa Romeo 33
To start off, 1995 Alfa Romeo 33 is newer by 21 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 1,349 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Alfa Romeo 33 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Alfa Romeo 33 (87 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1974 Renault 12. (53 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Alfa Romeo 33 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 1995 Alfa Romeo 33.
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, 1995 Alfa Romeo 33 (124 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Renault 12. (96 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Alfa Romeo 33 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Renault 12.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Renault 12 | 1995 Alfa Romeo 33 | |
| Make | Renault | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | 12 | 33 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1349 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2480 mm |
