1992 Ford Festiva vs. 1978 Renault Siete
To start off, 1992 Ford Festiva is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Renault Siete. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Renault Siete would be higher. At 1,323 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Ford Festiva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ford Festiva (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1978 Renault Siete. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Festiva should accelerate faster than 1978 Renault Siete. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Renault Siete weights approximately 6 kg more than 1992 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, 1992 Ford Festiva (99 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Renault Siete. (72 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Ford Festiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Renault Siete.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Ford Festiva | 1978 Renault Siete | |
Make | Ford | Renault |
Model | Festiva | Siete |
Year Released | 1992 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1323 cc | 1037 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 99 Nm | 72 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 816 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 |