1974 Renault Siete vs. 2012 SsangYong Rodius
To start off, 2012 SsangYong Rodius 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 2,696 cc (5 cylinders), 2012 SsangYong Rodius is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 SsangYong Rodius (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1974 Renault Siete. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 SsangYong Rodius should accelerate faster than 1974 Renault Siete. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 SsangYong Rodius weights approximately 1107 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 2012 SsangYong Rodius is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 SsangYong Rodius. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 Renault Siete, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 SsangYong Rodius (340 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Renault Siete. (72 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 SsangYong Rodius will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Renault Siete. 2012 SsangYong Rodius has automatic transmission and 1974 Renault Siete has manual transmission. 1974 Renault Siete will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 SsangYong Rodius will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1974 Renault Siete | 2012 SsangYong Rodius | |
Make | Renault | SsangYong |
Model | Siete | Rodius |
Year Released | 1974 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1037 cc | 2696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 72 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 816 kg | 1923 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 5130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 3010 mm |