2008 Fiat Doblo vs. 1993 Renault 21
To start off, 2008 Fiat Doblo is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Renault 21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Renault 21 would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Fiat Doblo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Renault 21 (75 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Doblo. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Renault 21 should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Doblo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Doblo weights approximately 340 kg more than 1993 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, 1993 Renault 21 (129 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Doblo. (118 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1993 Renault 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Doblo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Doblo | 1993 Renault 21 | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Doblo | 21 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 136 km/hour | 176 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |
