1988 Fiat Tipo vs. 1990 Renault 21
To start off, 1990 Renault 21 is newer by 2 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 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Renault 21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Renault 21 (75 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1988 Fiat Tipo. (51 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Renault 21 should accelerate faster than 1988 Fiat Tipo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Renault 21 weights approximately 112 kg more than 1988 Fiat Tipo. 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, 1990 Renault 21 (129 Nm) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Fiat Tipo. (90 Nm). This means 1990 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 | 1990 Renault 21 | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Tipo | 21 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.2 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.9 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 908 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 |
