1978 Renault Siete vs. 2007 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2007 Toyota Corolla is newer by 29 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 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Corolla (127 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1978 Renault Siete. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1978 Renault Siete. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 614 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, 2007 Toyota Corolla (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Renault Siete. (72 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Renault Siete. 2007 Toyota Corolla has automatic transmission and 1978 Renault Siete has manual transmission. 1978 Renault Siete will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Toyota Corolla will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Renault Siete | 2007 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Renault | Toyota |
Model | Siete | Corolla |
Year Released | 1978 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1037 cc | 1794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 72 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 816 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2760 mm |