1974 Renault Siete vs. 2000 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2000 Subaru Impreza is newer by 26 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Subaru Impreza (295 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 246 more horse power than 1974 Renault Siete. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1974 Renault Siete. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 454 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 2000 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Renault Siete. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Subaru Impreza will offer significantly more control. 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, 2000 Subaru Impreza (353 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 281 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Renault Siete. (72 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Renault Siete.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Renault Siete | 2000 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Renault | Subaru |
| Model | Siete | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1037 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 816 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2530 mm |
