1955 Fiat 600 vs. 1989 Renault 21
To start off, 1989 Renault 21 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Fiat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Fiat 600 would be higher. At 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Renault 21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Renault 21 (75 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1955 Fiat 600. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Renault 21 should accelerate faster than 1955 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Renault 21 weights approximately 385 kg more than 1955 Fiat 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1955 Fiat 600 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 1955 Fiat 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Renault 21, 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, 1989 Renault 21 (129 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Fiat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Renault 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Fiat 600.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Fiat 600 | 1989 Renault 21 | |
Make | Fiat | Renault |
Model | 600 | 21 |
Year Released | 1955 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 633 cc | 1721 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 19 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 40 Nm | 129 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 60 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 56 mm | 83.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 100 km/hour | 176 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 575 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3290 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 55 L |