1962 Fiat 1100 vs. 1988 Renault 21
To start off, 1988 Renault 21 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Renault 21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Renault 21 (75 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1962 Fiat 1100. (43 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Renault 21 should accelerate faster than 1962 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Renault 21 weights approximately 85 kg more than 1962 Fiat 1100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 Fiat 1100 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 1962 Fiat 1100. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 1988 Renault 21 (129 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1988 Renault 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Fiat 1100 | 1988 Renault 21 | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | 1100 | 21 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1089 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 55 L |
