1999 Fiat Brava vs. 1976 Renault 12
To start off, 1999 Fiat Brava is newer by 23 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 1,301 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Fiat Brava is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Fiat Brava (82 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1976 Renault 12. (53 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Fiat Brava should accelerate faster than 1976 Renault 12. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Fiat Brava weights approximately 134 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, 1999 Fiat Brava (113 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Renault 12. (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Fiat Brava will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Renault 12.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Fiat Brava | 1976 Renault 12 | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Brava | 12 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1301 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 906 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 56 L |
