1993 Renault 21 vs. 2011 Fiat Bravo
To start off, 2011 Fiat Bravo is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Renault 21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Renault 21 would be higher. At 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Renault 21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Fiat Bravo (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1993 Renault 21. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Fiat Bravo should accelerate faster than 1993 Renault 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Fiat Bravo weights approximately 475 kg more than 1993 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, 2011 Fiat Bravo (290 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Renault 21. (129 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2011 Fiat Bravo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Renault 21.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Renault 21 | 2011 Fiat Bravo | |
| Make | Renault | Fiat |
| Model | 21 | Bravo |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1721 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 79.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 16.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 57 L |
