2007 Fiat Sedici vs. 1990 Renault 21
To start off, 2007 Fiat Sedici is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Renault 21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Renault 21 would be higher. At 1,720 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Renault 21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Fiat Sedici (106 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1990 Renault 21. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Sedici should accelerate faster than 1990 Renault 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Sedici weights approximately 310 kg more than 1990 Renault 21. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Fiat Sedici is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Renault 21. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Sedici will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Fiat Sedici (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Renault 21. (129 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Sedici will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Renault 21.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Sedici | 1990 Renault 21 | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Sedici | 21 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 1720 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 176 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |
