1979 Renault Siete vs. 2011 Hyundai i20
To start off, 2011 Hyundai i20 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Renault Siete. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Renault Siete would be higher. At 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Hyundai i20 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Hyundai i20 (99 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1979 Renault Siete. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai i20 should accelerate faster than 1979 Renault Siete.
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, 2011 Hyundai i20 (220 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Renault Siete. (72 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Hyundai i20 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Renault Siete.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Renault Siete | 2011 Hyundai i20 | |
| Make | Renault | Hyundai |
| Model | Siete | i20 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1036 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2525 mm |
