1998 Fiat Seicento vs. 1991 Renault 21
To start off, 1998 Fiat Seicento is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Renault 21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Renault 21 would be higher. At 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Renault 21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Renault 21 (75 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1998 Fiat Seicento. (38 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Renault 21 should accelerate faster than 1998 Fiat Seicento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Renault 21 weights approximately 290 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, 1991 Renault 21 (129 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Fiat Seicento. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 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 | 1991 Renault 21 | |
Make | Fiat | Renault |
Model | Seicento | 21 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 899 cc | 1721 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 65 Nm | 129 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.7 mm | 83.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3330 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2820 mm |