2007 Opel Signum vs. 1970 Renault 12
To start off, 2007 Opel Signum is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Renault 12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Renault 12 would be higher. At 1,909 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Opel Signum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Signum (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1970 Renault 12. (53 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Signum should accelerate faster than 1970 Renault 12. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Signum weights approximately 713 kg more than 1970 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, 2007 Opel Signum (315 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Renault 12. (95 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Renault 12.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Opel Signum | 1970 Renault 12 | |
| Make | Opel | Renault |
| Model | Signum | 12 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1909 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 143 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1613 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 56 L |
