1989 Ford Fiesta vs. 1976 Renault 12
To start off, 1989 Ford Fiesta is newer by 13 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ford Fiesta (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1976 Renault 12. (53 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1976 Renault 12. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Renault 12 weights approximately 1 kg more than 1989 Ford Fiesta.
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 Fiesta (138 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Renault 12. (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Renault 12.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Fiesta | 1976 Renault 12 | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Fiesta | 12 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 143 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 906 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 56 L |
