2009 Hyundai i30 vs. 1974 Renault Siete
To start off, 2009 Hyundai i30 is newer by 35 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 1,582 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai i30 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai i30 (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1974 Renault Siete. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai i30 should accelerate faster than 1974 Renault Siete. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai i30 weights approximately 593 kg more than 1974 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 Hyundai i30 (255 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Renault Siete. (72 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai i30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Renault Siete.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hyundai i30 | 1974 Renault Siete | |
| Make | Hyundai | Renault |
| Model | i30 | Siete |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1582 cc | 1037 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 72 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1409 kg | 816 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2540 mm |
