1992 Renault 21 vs. 2011 Fiat 500
To start off, 2011 Fiat 500 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Renault 21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Renault 21 would be higher. At 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Renault 21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Fiat 500 (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1992 Renault 21. (91 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Fiat 500 should accelerate faster than 1992 Renault 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Renault 21 weights approximately 70 kg more than 2011 Fiat 500.
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, 1992 Renault 21 (138 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Fiat 500. (132 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1992 Renault 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Fiat 500. 2011 Fiat 500 has automatic transmission and 1992 Renault 21 has manual transmission. 1992 Renault 21 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Fiat 500 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Renault 21 | 2011 Fiat 500 | |
Make | Renault | Fiat |
Model | 21 | 500 |
Year Released | 1992 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1721 cc | 1368 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 91 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 138 Nm | 132 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1005 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 3550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2310 mm |