1974 Renault Siete vs. 1981 Vauxhall Chevette
To start off, 1981 Vauxhall Chevette is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Renault Siete. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Renault Siete would be higher. At 1,256 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Vauxhall Chevette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Vauxhall Chevette (56 HP) has 12 more horse power than 1974 Renault Siete. (44 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Vauxhall Chevette should accelerate faster than 1974 Renault Siete. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Vauxhall Chevette weights approximately 40 kg more than 1974 Renault Siete. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Vauxhall Chevette 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 1981 Vauxhall Chevette. 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, 1981 Vauxhall Chevette (89 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Renault Siete. (84 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1981 Vauxhall Chevette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Renault Siete.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Renault Siete | 1981 Vauxhall Chevette | |
| Make | Renault | Vauxhall |
| Model | Siete | Chevette |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1256 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 56 HP |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 89 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 61 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2400 mm |
