1974 Renault 12 vs. 2011 Hyundai i10
To start off, 2011 Hyundai i10 is newer by 37 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, 2011 Hyundai i10 (68 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1974 Renault 12. (53 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai i10 should accelerate faster than 1974 Renault 12. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Renault 12 weights approximately 2 kg more than 2011 Hyundai i10.
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, 1974 Renault 12 (96 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai i10. (95 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1974 Renault 12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai i10.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Renault 12 | 2011 Hyundai i10 | |
| Make | Renault | Hyundai |
| Model | 12 | i10 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 948 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3565 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1595 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2380 mm |
