1981 Renault Siete vs. 1967 Volkswagen Sedan
To start off, 1981 Renault Siete is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Volkswagen Sedan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Volkswagen Sedan would be higher. At 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Volkswagen Sedan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Volkswagen Sedan (45 HP) has 1 more horse power than 1981 Renault Siete. (44 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Volkswagen Sedan should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault Siete. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Renault Siete weights approximately 5 kg more than 1967 Volkswagen Sedan.
Because 1967 Volkswagen Sedan 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 1967 Volkswagen Sedan. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 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. Let's talk about torque, 1967 Volkswagen Sedan (97 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Renault Siete. (84 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1967 Volkswagen Sedan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Renault Siete.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Renault Siete | 1967 Volkswagen Sedan | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | Siete | Sedan |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 45 HP |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 97 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2410 mm |
