1979 Peugeot 304 vs. 1979 Renault Siete
To start off, both 1979 Peugeot 304 and 1979 Renault Siete were released in the same year (1979). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Peugeot 304 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Peugeot 304 (64 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1979 Renault Siete. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Peugeot 304 should accelerate faster than 1979 Renault Siete. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Peugeot 304 weights approximately 135 kg more than 1979 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, 1979 Peugeot 304 (94 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Renault Siete. (72 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1979 Peugeot 304 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Renault Siete.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Peugeot 304 | 1979 Renault Siete | |
Make | Peugeot | Renault |
Model | 304 | Siete |
Year Released | 1979 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1036 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 94 Nm | 72 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2540 mm |