1970 Abarth 1300 vs. 1982 Renault Siete
To start off, 1982 Renault Siete is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Abarth 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Abarth 1300 would be higher. At 1,279 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Abarth 1300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Abarth 1300 (123 HP) has 79 more horse power than 1982 Renault Siete. (44 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Abarth 1300 should accelerate faster than 1982 Renault Siete. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Renault Siete weights approximately 185 kg more than 1970 Abarth 1300.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Abarth 1300 (130 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Renault Siete. (84 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1970 Abarth 1300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Renault Siete.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Abarth 1300 | 1982 Renault Siete | |
| Make | Abarth | Renault |
| Model | 1300 | Siete |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1279 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 44 HP |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2540 mm |
