1979 Fiat Mirafiori vs. 1989 Renault 21
To start off, 1989 Renault 21 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Fiat Mirafiori. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Fiat Mirafiori would be higher. At 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Renault 21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Renault 21 (75 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1979 Fiat Mirafiori. (67 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Renault 21 should accelerate faster than 1979 Fiat Mirafiori. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Renault 21 weights approximately 20 kg more than 1979 Fiat Mirafiori. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Fiat Mirafiori 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 1979 Fiat Mirafiori. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 1989 Renault 21 (129 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Fiat Mirafiori. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Renault 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Fiat Mirafiori.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Fiat Mirafiori | 1989 Renault 21 | |
Make | Fiat | Renault |
Model | Mirafiori | 21 |
Year Released | 1979 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1721 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 129 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.2:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2820 mm |