1988 Fiat Tipo vs. 1989 Renault 21
To start off, 1989 Renault 21 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Fiat Tipo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Fiat Tipo would be higher. At 1,756 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Fiat Tipo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Fiat Tipo (138 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1989 Renault 21. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Fiat Tipo should accelerate faster than 1989 Renault 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Fiat Tipo weights approximately 80 kg more than 1989 Renault 21. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1989 Renault 21 (129 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Fiat Tipo. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1989 Renault 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Fiat Tipo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Fiat Tipo | 1989 Renault 21 | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Tipo | 21 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1756 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2820 mm |
