1976 Renault Siete vs. 1986 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1986 Toyota Corolla is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Renault Siete. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Renault Siete would be higher. At 1,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Toyota Corolla (74 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1976 Renault Siete. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1976 Renault Siete. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 110 kg more than 1976 Renault Siete. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1986 Toyota Corolla (103 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Renault Siete. (73 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Renault Siete.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Renault Siete | 1986 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Siete | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1037 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2440 mm |
