1974 Renault Siete vs. 1996 Rover 400
To start off, 1996 Rover 400 is newer by 22 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 1,589 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Rover 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Rover 400 (109 HP) has 65 more horse power than 1974 Renault Siete. (44 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Rover 400 should accelerate faster than 1974 Renault Siete.
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, 1996 Rover 400 (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Renault Siete. (84 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1996 Rover 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Renault Siete.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Renault Siete | 1996 Rover 400 | |
| Make | Renault | Rover |
| Model | Siete | 400 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 109 HP |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2560 mm |
