1960 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1985 Renault Siete
To start off, 1985 Renault Siete is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 4,637 cc (8 cylinders), 1960 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Chevrolet Corvette (227 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1985 Renault Siete. (44 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1985 Renault Siete. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 585 kg more than 1985 Renault Siete. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 Chevrolet Corvette 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 1960 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 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, 1960 Chevrolet Corvette (408 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 324 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Renault Siete. (84 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1960 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Renault Siete.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Chevrolet Corvette | 1985 Renault Siete | |
Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
Model | Corvette | Siete |
Year Released | 1960 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4637 cc | 1108 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 408 Nm | 84 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 98.4 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 72 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2540 mm |