2005 Daewoo Lacetti vs. 1981 Renault Siete
To start off, 2005 Daewoo Lacetti is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Renault Siete. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Renault Siete would be higher. At 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Daewoo Lacetti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Daewoo Lacetti (94 HP) has 50 more horse power than 1981 Renault Siete. (44 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Daewoo Lacetti should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault Siete. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Daewoo Lacetti weights approximately 355 kg more than 1981 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, 2005 Daewoo Lacetti (130 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Renault Siete. (84 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Daewoo Lacetti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Renault Siete.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Daewoo Lacetti | 1981 Renault Siete | |
| Make | Daewoo | Renault |
| Model | Lacetti | Siete |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 44 HP |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.9 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2540 mm |
