2007 Fiat Palio II vs. 1973 Renault 12
To start off, 2007 Fiat Palio II is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Renault 12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Renault 12 would be higher. At 1,288 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Renault 12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Fiat Palio II (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1973 Renault 12. (53 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Palio II should accelerate faster than 1973 Renault 12. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Renault 12 weights approximately 5 kg more than 2007 Fiat Palio II.
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, 2007 Fiat Palio II (102 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Renault 12. (96 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Palio II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Renault 12.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Palio II | 1973 Renault 12 | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Palio II | 12 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2450 mm |
