2001 Mazda Premacy vs. 1969 Renault 12
To start off, 2001 Mazda Premacy is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Renault 12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Renault 12 would be higher. At 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Mazda Premacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mazda Premacy (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1969 Renault 12. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mazda Premacy should accelerate faster than 1969 Renault 12. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mazda Premacy weights approximately 410 kg more than 1969 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, 2001 Mazda Premacy (244 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Renault 12. (96 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Mazda Premacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Renault 12.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mazda Premacy | 1969 Renault 12 | |
| Make | Mazda | Renault |
| Model | Premacy | 12 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 60 L |
