1959 Cadillac Fleetwood vs. 1974 Renault Siete
To start off, 1974 Renault Siete is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood would be higher. At 6,382 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood (325 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 276 more horse power than 1974 Renault Siete. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood should accelerate faster than 1974 Renault Siete. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood weights approximately 1756 kg more than 1974 Renault Siete. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 Renault Siete, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood (583 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 511 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Renault Siete. (72 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Renault Siete. 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood has automatic transmission and 1974 Renault Siete has manual transmission. 1974 Renault Siete will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood | 1974 Renault Siete | |
| Make | Cadillac | Renault |
| Model | Fleetwood | Siete |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6382 cc | 1037 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 72 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2572 kg | 816 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6160 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3810 mm | 2540 mm |
