1978 Renault Siete vs. 1975 Seat 1430
To start off, 1978 Renault Siete is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Seat 1430. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Seat 1430 would be higher. At 1,438 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Seat 1430 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Seat 1430 (70 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1978 Renault Siete. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Seat 1430 should accelerate faster than 1978 Renault Siete. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Seat 1430 weights approximately 114 kg more than 1978 Renault Siete. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 Seat 1430 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 1975 Seat 1430. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 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, 1975 Seat 1430 (112 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Renault Siete. (72 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1975 Seat 1430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Renault Siete.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Renault Siete | 1975 Seat 1430 | |
| Make | Renault | Seat |
| Model | Siete | 1430 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1037 cc | 1438 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 816 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2430 mm |
