1967 Fiat 850 vs. 1986 Renault 21
To start off, 1986 Renault 21 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Fiat 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Fiat 850 would be higher. At 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Renault 21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Renault 21 (64 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1967 Fiat 850. (41 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Renault 21 should accelerate faster than 1967 Fiat 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Renault 21 weights approximately 318 kg more than 1967 Fiat 850. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Fiat 850 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 1967 Fiat 850. 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 (118 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Fiat 850. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1986 Renault 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Fiat 850 | 1986 Renault 21 | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | 850 | 21 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 843 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 21.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 732 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2670 mm |
