1975 Renault 12 vs. 1998 Rover 600
To start off, 1998 Rover 600 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Renault 12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Renault 12 would be higher. At 1,848 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Rover 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Rover 600 (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1975 Renault 12. (53 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Rover 600 should accelerate faster than 1975 Renault 12. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Rover 600 weights approximately 305 kg more than 1975 Renault 12. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1998 Rover 600 (160 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Renault 12. (96 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Rover 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Renault 12.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Renault 12 | 1998 Rover 600 | |
| Make | Renault | Rover |
| Model | 12 | 600 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1848 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2750 mm |
