1974 Renault Siete vs. 1990 Toyota Starlet
To start off, 1990 Toyota Starlet is newer by 16 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 1,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Toyota Starlet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Toyota Starlet (74 HP) has 30 more horse power than 1974 Renault Siete. (44 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Toyota Starlet should accelerate faster than 1974 Renault Siete. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Renault Siete weights approximately 5 kg more than 1990 Toyota Starlet.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1990 Toyota Starlet (101 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Renault Siete. (84 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1990 Toyota Starlet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Renault Siete.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Renault Siete | 1990 Toyota Starlet | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Siete | Starlet |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2310 mm |
