1959 Land Rover 109 vs. 1983 Renault Siete
To start off, 1983 Renault Siete is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Land Rover 109. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Land Rover 109 would be higher. At 2,286 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Land Rover 109 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Land Rover 109 (67 HP) has 23 more horse power than 1983 Renault Siete. (44 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Land Rover 109 should accelerate faster than 1983 Renault Siete. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Land Rover 109 weights approximately 885 kg more than 1983 Renault Siete. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Land Rover 109 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Renault Siete. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1959 Land Rover 109 will offer significantly more control. 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 Land Rover 109 (157 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Renault Siete. (84 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1959 Land Rover 109 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Renault Siete.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Land Rover 109 | 1983 Renault Siete | |
| Make | Land Rover | Renault |
| Model | 109 | Siete |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2286 cc | 1106 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 44 HP |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2070 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2540 mm |
