1965 Fiat 500 vs. 1990 Renault 21
To start off, 1990 Renault 21 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,720 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Renault 21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Renault 21 (75 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1965 Fiat 500. (22 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Renault 21 should accelerate faster than 1965 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Renault 21 weights approximately 415 kg more than 1965 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 Fiat 500 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 1965 Fiat 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1990 Renault 21 (129 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Fiat 500. (36 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1990 Renault 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Fiat 500 | 1990 Renault 21 | |
Make | Fiat | Renault |
Model | 500 | 21 |
Year Released | 1965 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 498 cc | 1720 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 22 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 36 Nm | 129 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 83.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3190 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 55 L |