1998 Fiat Seicento vs. 1986 Renault 21
To start off, 1998 Fiat Seicento is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Renault 21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Renault 21 would be higher. At 1,719 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Renault 21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Renault 21 (87 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1998 Fiat Seicento. (38 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Renault 21 should accelerate faster than 1998 Fiat Seicento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Renault 21 weights approximately 300 kg more than 1998 Fiat Seicento. 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, 1986 Renault 21 (138 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Fiat Seicento. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Renault 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Fiat Seicento.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Fiat Seicento | 1986 Renault 21 | |
Make | Fiat | Renault |
Model | Seicento | 21 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 899 cc | 1719 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 65 Nm | 138 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.7 mm | 83.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Top Speed | 140 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3330 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 34 L |