2003 Fiat Stilo vs. 1989 Renault 21
To start off, 2003 Fiat Stilo is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Renault 21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Renault 21 would be higher. At 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Renault 21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Renault 21 (75 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Stilo. (71 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Renault 21 should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Stilo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 135 kg more than 1989 Renault 21.
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, 1989 Renault 21 (129 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Stilo. (113 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Renault 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Stilo.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Fiat Stilo | 1989 Renault 21 | |
Make | Fiat | Renault |
Model | Stilo | 21 |
Year Released | 2003 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1721 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 113 Nm | 129 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 167 km/hour | 176 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.6 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 55 L |