1976 Renault Siete vs. 2010 Dodge Caliber
To start off, 2010 Dodge Caliber is newer by 34 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Caliber is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Caliber (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1976 Renault Siete. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Caliber should accelerate faster than 1976 Renault Siete.
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, 2010 Dodge Caliber (223 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Renault Siete. (73 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Caliber will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Renault Siete.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Renault Siete | 2010 Dodge Caliber | |
| Make | Renault | Dodge |
| Model | Siete | Caliber |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1037 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1534 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2634 mm |
