1994 Honda Today vs. 1974 Renault 12
To start off, 1994 Honda Today is newer by 20 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 1,289 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Renault 12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Renault 12 (53 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1994 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Renault 12 should accelerate faster than 1994 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Renault 12 weights approximately 300 kg more than 1994 Honda Today. 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, 1974 Renault 12 (96 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1974 Renault 12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Honda Today | 1974 Renault 12 | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Today | 12 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1640 mm |
