2009 Citroen C8 vs. 1978 Renault Siete
To start off, 2009 Citroen C8 is newer by 31 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 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Citroen C8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Citroen C8 (127 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1978 Renault Siete. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Citroen C8 should accelerate faster than 1978 Renault Siete. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C8 weights approximately 967 kg more than 1978 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, 2009 Citroen C8 (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Renault Siete. (72 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen C8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Renault Siete.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C8 | 1978 Renault Siete | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | C8 | Siete |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2179 cc | 1037 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 72 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1783 kg | 816 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2540 mm |
