1980 Renault Siete vs. 2005 Rover 45
To start off, 2005 Rover 45 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Renault Siete. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Renault Siete would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Rover 45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Rover 45 (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1980 Renault Siete. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Rover 45 should accelerate faster than 1980 Renault Siete. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Rover 45 weights approximately 335 kg more than 1980 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, 2005 Rover 45 (160 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Renault Siete. (73 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Rover 45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Renault Siete. 2005 Rover 45 has automatic transmission and 1980 Renault Siete has manual transmission. 1980 Renault Siete will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Rover 45 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Renault Siete | 2005 Rover 45 | |
| Make | Renault | Rover |
| Model | Siete | 45 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1037 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2630 mm |
