1985 Fiat Uno vs. 1993 Renault 21
To start off, 1993 Renault 21 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Fiat Uno. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Fiat Uno would be higher. At 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Renault 21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Fiat Uno (106 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1993 Renault 21. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Fiat Uno should accelerate faster than 1993 Renault 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Renault 21 weights approximately 115 kg more than 1985 Fiat Uno.
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, 1985 Fiat Uno (146 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Renault 21. (129 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1985 Fiat Uno will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Renault 21.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Fiat Uno | 1993 Renault 21 | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Uno | 21 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 63.9 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 176 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |
