1984 Ford Fiesta vs. 1979 Renault Siete
To start off, 1984 Ford Fiesta is newer by 5 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 1,296 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ford Fiesta (68 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1979 Renault Siete. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1979 Renault Siete. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Renault Siete weights approximately 15 kg more than 1984 Ford Fiesta.
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, 1984 Ford Fiesta (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Renault Siete. (72 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1984 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Renault Siete.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Fiesta | 1979 Renault Siete | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Fiesta | Siete |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1036 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 72 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2540 mm |
