1996 Fiat Barchetta vs. 1987 Renault 21
To start off, 1996 Fiat Barchetta is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Renault 21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Renault 21 would be higher. At 1,869 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Renault 21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Fiat Barchetta (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1987 Renault 21. (64 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Barchetta should accelerate faster than 1987 Renault 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Renault 21 weights approximately 45 kg more than 1996 Fiat Barchetta.
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, 1996 Fiat Barchetta (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Renault 21. (118 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1996 Fiat Barchetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Renault 21.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Barchetta | 1987 Renault 21 | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Barchetta | 21 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1869 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2820 mm |
