1976 Audi 100 vs. 1976 Renault 12
To start off, both 1976 Audi 100 and 1976 Renault 12 were released in the same year (1976). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,142 cc (5 cylinders), 1976 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Audi 100 (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1976 Renault 12. (53 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1976 Renault 12. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Audi 100 weights approximately 220 kg more than 1976 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, 1976 Audi 100 (163 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Renault 12. (96 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1976 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Renault 12.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Audi 100 | 1976 Renault 12 | |
Make | Audi | Renault |
Model | 100 | 12 |
Year Released | 1976 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2142 cc | 1289 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 163 Nm | 96 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2450 mm |