1964 Fiat 850 vs. 1990 Renault 21
To start off, 1990 Renault 21 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Fiat 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Fiat 850 would be higher. At 2,068 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Renault 21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Renault 21 (175 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1964 Fiat 850. (33 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Renault 21 should accelerate faster than 1964 Fiat 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Renault 21 weights approximately 675 kg more than 1964 Fiat 850. 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 1964 Fiat 850. 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 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Fiat 850. (55 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1990 Renault 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Fiat 850 | 1990 Renault 21 | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | 850 | 21 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 767 cc | 2068 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 55 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 116 km/hour | 222 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 670 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 62 L |
