1990 Renault 21 vs. 2010 Fiat Bravo
To start off, 2010 Fiat Bravo is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Renault 21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Renault 21 would be higher. At 1,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Fiat Bravo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Fiat Bravo (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1990 Renault 21. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Fiat Bravo should accelerate faster than 1990 Renault 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Fiat Bravo weights approximately 415 kg more than 1990 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, 2010 Fiat Bravo (361 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Renault 21. (129 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2010 Fiat Bravo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Renault 21.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Renault 21 | 2010 Fiat Bravo | |
| Make | Renault | Fiat |
| Model | 21 | Bravo |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1721 cc | 1956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2610 mm |
