1974 Renault Siete vs. 1967 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1974 Renault Siete is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,068 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Toyota Corolla (51 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1974 Renault Siete. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1974 Renault Siete. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Renault Siete weights approximately 106 kg more than 1967 Toyota Corolla.
Because 1967 Toyota Corolla 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 1967 Toyota Corolla. 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, 1967 Toyota Corolla (85 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Renault Siete. (72 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1967 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Renault Siete.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Renault Siete | 1967 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Siete | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1037 cc | 1068 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 816 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2290 mm |
