1987 Ford Festiva vs. 1974 Renault Siete
To start off, 1987 Ford Festiva is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Renault Siete. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Renault Siete would be higher. At 1,324 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Ford Festiva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ford Festiva (62 HP) has 18 more horse power than 1974 Renault Siete. (44 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford Festiva should accelerate faster than 1974 Renault Siete. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Renault Siete weights approximately 5 kg more than 1987 Ford Festiva.
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, 1987 Ford Festiva (99 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Renault Siete. (84 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1987 Ford Festiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Renault Siete.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Festiva | 1974 Renault Siete | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Festiva | Siete |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 44 HP |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2540 mm |
