1974 Renault Siete vs. 2012 Peugeot 107
To start off, 2012 Peugeot 107 is newer by 38 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 1,037 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Renault Siete is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Peugeot 107 (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1974 Renault Siete. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Peugeot 107 should accelerate faster than 1974 Renault Siete. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Renault Siete weights approximately 26 kg more than 2012 Peugeot 107.
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, 2012 Peugeot 107 (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Renault Siete. (72 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Peugeot 107 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Renault Siete.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Renault Siete | 2012 Peugeot 107 | |
| Make | Renault | Peugeot |
| Model | Siete | 107 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1037 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 816 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 3430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2340 mm |
