1972 Nissan Fairlady vs. 1978 Renault Siete
To start off, 1978 Renault Siete is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Nissan Fairlady. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Nissan Fairlady would be higher. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Nissan Fairlady is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Nissan Fairlady (109 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1978 Renault Siete. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Nissan Fairlady should accelerate faster than 1978 Renault Siete. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Nissan Fairlady weights approximately 179 kg more than 1978 Renault Siete. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 Nissan Fairlady 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 1972 Nissan Fairlady. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 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, 1972 Nissan Fairlady (175 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Renault Siete. (72 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Nissan Fairlady will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Renault Siete.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Nissan Fairlady | 1978 Renault Siete | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | Fairlady | Siete |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1037 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 72 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 816 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2540 mm |
