1996 Fiat Vivace vs. 1992 Renault 21
To start off, 1996 Fiat Vivace is newer by 4 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, 1992 Renault 21 (91 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Vivace. (62 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Renault 21 should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Vivace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Renault 21 weights approximately 259 kg more than 1996 Fiat Vivace. 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, 1992 Renault 21 (138 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Vivace. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Renault 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Vivace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Vivace | 1992 Renault 21 | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Vivace | 21 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1372 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 816 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2820 mm |
