1989 Ford Festiva vs. 1974 Renault 12
To start off, 1989 Ford Festiva is newer by 15 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 1,324 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Ford Festiva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ford Festiva (57 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1974 Renault 12. (53 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ford Festiva should accelerate faster than 1974 Renault 12. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Renault 12 weights approximately 114 kg more than 1989 Ford Festiva.
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, 1989 Ford Festiva (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Renault 12. (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Ford Festiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Renault 12.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Ford Festiva | 1974 Renault 12 | |
Make | Ford | Renault |
Model | Festiva | 12 |
Year Released | 1989 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1324 cc | 1289 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 94 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 77 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 786 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2440 mm |