1976 Renault Siete vs. 2013 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2013 Ford Mustang is newer by 37 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Mustang (414 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 365 more horse power than 1976 Renault Siete. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1976 Renault Siete. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Mustang weights approximately 883 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 2013 Ford Mustang 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 2013 Ford Mustang. 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, 2013 Ford Mustang (529 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 456 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Renault Siete. (73 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Renault Siete.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Renault Siete | 2013 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Renault | Ford |
| Model | Siete | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1037 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 414 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 529 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1698 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4778 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 2035 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1425 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2720 mm |
