2005 Fiat Croma vs. 1991 Renault 21
To start off, 2005 Fiat Croma is newer by 14 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 2,197 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Fiat Croma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Fiat Croma (138 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1991 Renault 21. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Croma should accelerate faster than 1991 Renault 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Croma weights approximately 565 kg more than 1991 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, 2005 Fiat Croma (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Renault 21. (129 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2005 Fiat Croma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Renault 21.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Croma | 1991 Renault 21 | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Croma | 21 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2197 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2820 mm |
