1972 Fiat 128 vs. 1990 Renault 21
To start off, 1990 Renault 21 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Fiat 128. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Fiat 128 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 12 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 128. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Renault 21 should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Renault 21 weights approximately 135 kg more than 1972 Fiat 128. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1990 Renault 21 (129 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 128. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1990 Renault 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat 128 | 1990 Renault 21 | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | 128 | 21 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1115 cc | 1720 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |
