1978 Renault Siete vs. 2006 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Renault Siete. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Renault Siete would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Polo (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1978 Renault Siete. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 1978 Renault Siete. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 502 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.
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, 2006 Volkswagen Polo (140 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Renault Siete. (72 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Renault Siete.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Renault Siete | 2006 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | Siete | Polo |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1037 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 816 kg | 1318 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2470 mm |
