1961 Fiat 2300 vs. 1990 Renault 21
To start off, 1990 Renault 21 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat 2300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat 2300 would be higher. At 2,278 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Fiat 2300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Renault 21 (175 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 2300. (115 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Renault 21 should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 2300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Renault 21 weights approximately 110 kg more than 1961 Fiat 2300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Renault 21 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Fiat 2300. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Renault 21 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1990 Renault 21 (271 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 2300. (188 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Renault 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 2300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Fiat 2300 | 1990 Renault 21 | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | 2300 | 21 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2278 cc | 2068 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 222 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 62 L |
