1974 Renault Siete vs. 2011 Opel Insignia
To start off, 2011 Opel Insignia is newer by 37 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Opel Insignia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Opel Insignia (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1974 Renault Siete. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Opel Insignia 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, 2011 Opel Insignia (175 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Renault Siete. (72 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Opel Insignia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Renault Siete.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Renault Siete | 2011 Opel Insignia | |
| Make | Renault | Opel |
| Model | Siete | Insignia |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1037 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1856 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1498 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2737 mm |
