1968 Fiat 125 vs. 1986 Renault 21
To start off, 1986 Renault 21 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Fiat 125. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Fiat 125 would be higher. At 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Renault 21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Fiat 125 (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1986 Renault 21. (64 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Fiat 125 should accelerate faster than 1986 Renault 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Renault 21 weights approximately 90 kg more than 1968 Fiat 125.
Because 1968 Fiat 125 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 1968 Fiat 125. 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, 1968 Fiat 125 (131 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Renault 21. (118 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1968 Fiat 125 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Renault 21.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Fiat 125 | 1986 Renault 21 | |
Make | Fiat | Renault |
Model | 125 | 21 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1608 cc | 1870 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 131 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 21.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2670 mm |