2000 Fiat Duna vs. 1976 Renault 12
To start off, 2000 Fiat Duna is newer by 24 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 1,698 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Fiat Duna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Fiat Duna (59 HP) has 6 more horse power than 1976 Renault 12. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Fiat Duna should accelerate faster than 1976 Renault 12. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Renault 12 weights approximately 20 kg more than 2000 Fiat Duna.
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, 2000 Fiat Duna (105 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Renault 12. (96 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Fiat Duna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Renault 12.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Fiat Duna | 1976 Renault 12 | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Duna | 12 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1698 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2450 mm |
