1992 Fiat Tempra vs. 1976 Renault Siete
To start off, 1992 Fiat Tempra is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Renault Siete. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Renault Siete would be higher. At 1,372 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Fiat Tempra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Fiat Tempra (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1976 Renault Siete. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Fiat Tempra should accelerate faster than 1976 Renault Siete. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Fiat Tempra weights approximately 215 kg more than 1976 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, 1992 Fiat Tempra (110 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Renault Siete. (73 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Fiat Tempra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Renault Siete.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Fiat Tempra | 1976 Renault Siete | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Tempra | Siete |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1372 cc | 1037 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2540 mm |
