1976 Renault 12 vs. 2012 Hyundai i30
To start off, 2012 Hyundai i30 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Renault 12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Renault 12 would be higher. At 1,582 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Hyundai i30 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai i30 (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1976 Renault 12. (53 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai i30 should accelerate faster than 1976 Renault 12. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai i30 weights approximately 503 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, 2012 Hyundai i30 (255 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Renault 12. (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai i30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Renault 12.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Renault 12 | 2012 Hyundai i30 | |
| Make | Renault | Hyundai |
| Model | 12 | i30 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 77.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 17.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 143 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 906 kg | 1409 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 53 L |
