1981 Fiat Ritmo vs. 1991 Renault 21
To start off, 1991 Renault 21 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Fiat Ritmo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Fiat Ritmo would be higher. At 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Renault 21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Fiat Ritmo (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1991 Renault 21. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Fiat Ritmo should accelerate faster than 1991 Renault 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Renault 21 weights approximately 15 kg more than 1981 Fiat Ritmo.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1981 Fiat Ritmo (131 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Renault 21. (129 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1981 Fiat Ritmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Renault 21.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Fiat Ritmo | 1991 Renault 21 | |
Make | Fiat | Renault |
Model | Ritmo | 21 |
Year Released | 1981 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1585 cc | 1721 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 131 Nm | 129 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 81.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 83.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |