1986 Renault 21 vs. 2012 Fiat 500
To start off, 2012 Fiat 500 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Renault 21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Renault 21 would be higher. At 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Renault 21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Renault 21 (75 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2012 Fiat 500. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Renault 21 should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Fiat 500 weights approximately 100 kg more than 1986 Renault 21.
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, 2012 Fiat 500 (145 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Renault 21. (129 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2012 Fiat 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Renault 21.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Renault 21 | 2012 Fiat 500 | |
Make | Renault | Fiat |
Model | 21 | 500 |
Year Released | 1986 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1721 cc | 1248 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 129 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 69.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 17.6:1 |
Top Speed | 176 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12 seconds | 12.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 1055 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 35 L |