1994 Ford Fiesta vs. 1976 Renault Siete
To start off, 1994 Ford Fiesta is newer by 18 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ford Fiesta (90 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1976 Renault Siete. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1976 Renault Siete. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 148 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, 1994 Ford Fiesta (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Renault Siete. (73 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Renault Siete.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ford Fiesta | 1976 Renault Siete | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Fiesta | Siete |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1037 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 963 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2540 mm |
