1976 Renault Siete vs. 1990 Renault Alpine
To start off, 1990 Renault Alpine is newer by 14 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 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Renault Alpine is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Renault Alpine (182 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1976 Renault Siete. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Renault Alpine should accelerate faster than 1976 Renault Siete. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Renault Alpine weights approximately 395 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.
Because 1990 Renault Alpine 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 1990 Renault Alpine. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 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, 1990 Renault Alpine (290 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Renault Siete. (73 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Renault Alpine will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Renault Siete.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Renault Siete | 1990 Renault Alpine | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | Siete | Alpine |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1037 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2350 mm |
