2003 Honda Civic vs. 1969 Renault 12
To start off, 2003 Honda Civic is newer by 34 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 1,565 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Renault 12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Renault 12 (113 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2003 Honda Civic. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Renault 12 should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Honda Civic weights approximately 126 kg more than 1969 Renault 12.
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, 2003 Honda Civic (141 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Renault 12. (140 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Renault 12.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Honda Civic | 1969 Renault 12 | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Civic | 12 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 89 L |
