1956 Fiat 600 vs. 1986 Renault 21
To start off, 1986 Renault 21 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Fiat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Fiat 600 would be higher. At 2,068 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Renault 21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Renault 21 (66 HP) has 46 more horse power than 1956 Fiat 600. (20 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Renault 21 should accelerate faster than 1956 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Renault 21 weights approximately 330 kg more than 1956 Fiat 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1956 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 1956 Fiat 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 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, 1986 Renault 21 (126 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Fiat 600. (41 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Renault 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Fiat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Fiat 600 | 1986 Renault 21 | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | 600 | 21 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 633 cc | 2068 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 66 HP |
| Torque | 41 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2610 mm |
