1976 Renault Siete vs. 2007 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2007 Toyota Yaris is newer by 31 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 1,362 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Yaris is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Yaris (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1976 Renault Siete. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 1976 Renault Siete. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 305 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, 2007 Toyota Yaris (170 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Renault Siete. (73 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Yaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Renault Siete.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Renault Siete | 2007 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Siete | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1037 cc | 1362 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2510 mm |
