2000 Fiat Multipla vs. 1986 Renault 21
To start off, 2000 Fiat Multipla is newer by 14 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 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Renault 21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Fiat Multipla (102 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1986 Renault 21. (64 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Fiat Multipla should accelerate faster than 1986 Renault 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Fiat Multipla weights approximately 250 kg more than 1986 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, 2000 Fiat Multipla (134 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Renault 21. (118 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2000 Fiat Multipla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Renault 21.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Fiat Multipla | 1986 Renault 21 | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Multipla | 21 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1580 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 21.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2670 mm |
