1979 Renault Siete vs. 1979 Vauxhall Carlton
To start off, both 1979 Renault Siete and 1979 Vauxhall Carlton were released in the same year (1979). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,979 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Vauxhall Carlton is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Vauxhall Carlton weights approximately 365 kg more than 1979 Renault Siete.
Because 1979 Vauxhall Carlton 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 1979 Vauxhall Carlton. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 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.
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1979 Renault Siete | 1979 Vauxhall Carlton | |
Make | Renault | Vauxhall |
Model | Siete | Carlton |
Year Released | 1979 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1036 cc | 1979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 0 HP |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2680 mm |