2000 Lotus Exige vs. 1974 Renault Siete
To start off, 2000 Lotus Exige is newer by 26 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Lotus Exige is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Lotus Exige (177 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1974 Renault Siete. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 1974 Renault Siete. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Renault Siete weights approximately 30 kg more than 2000 Lotus Exige.
Because 2000 Lotus Exige is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Lotus Exige. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 Renault Siete, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2000 Lotus Exige (180 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Renault Siete. (72 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Lotus Exige will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Renault Siete.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Lotus Exige | 1974 Renault Siete | |
| Make | Lotus | Renault |
| Model | Exige | Siete |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1037 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 72 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 786 kg | 816 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2540 mm |
