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Renault 12 TS

General information

ModelRenault 12 TS
Year1969
CategorySmall city/economy cars
Rating60.8 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars
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Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size1289 ccm (78.65 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
Seats5
DriveFront wheels
TransmissionManual, 4-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement1289 ccm (78.65 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max power60.80 PS (45 kW or 60 HP) at 5500 Rev. per min.
Max torque96.00 Nm (9.8 kgf-m or 70.8 ft.lbs) at 3500 Rev. per min.
Compression9.5:1
Fuel systemCarburetor
Lubrication systemWet sump
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxManual, 4-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed149.0 km/h (92.6 mph)
0-50 miles8.8 seconds
0-60 miles12.9 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.0668 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeSedan/saloon
Max no. of doors4
Passenger space4390 litres (1,160 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

Front brakesDisks
Rear brakesDrums

Dimensions and weight

Weight910 kg (2,006.2 pounds)
Overall length4350 mm (171.3 inches)
Overall width1640 mm (64.6 inches)
Overall height1440 mm (56.7 inches)
Wheelbase2440 mm (96.1 inches)
Fuel capacity60.0 litres (15.85 gallons)

Other specifications

Country of originFrance
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