1976 Renault Siete vs. 2002 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2002 Skoda Octavia is newer by 26 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Skoda Octavia (89 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1976 Renault Siete. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 1976 Renault Siete. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 545 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, 2002 Skoda Octavia (211 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Renault Siete. (73 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Renault Siete.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Renault Siete | 2002 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Renault | Skoda |
| Model | Siete | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1037 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 211 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2520 mm |
