1976 Mazda Familia vs. 1978 Renault 12
To start off, 1978 Renault 12 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 1,289 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Renault 12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Mazda Familia (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1978 Renault 12. (53 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Mazda Familia should accelerate faster than 1978 Renault 12. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Renault 12 weights approximately 100 kg more than 1976 Mazda Familia.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Mazda Familia (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Renault 12. (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1976 Mazda Familia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Renault 12.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mazda Familia | 1978 Renault 12 | |
| Make | Mazda | Renault |
| Model | Familia | 12 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1272 cc | 1289 cc |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2440 mm |
