2008 Fiat Grande Punto vs. 1993 Renault 21
To start off, 2008 Fiat Grande Punto 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 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Renault 21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Renault 21 (75 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Grande Punto. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Renault 21 should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Grande Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Grande Punto weights approximately 210 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, 2008 Fiat Grande Punto (190 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Renault 21. (129 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Grande Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Renault 21.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Fiat Grande Punto | 1993 Renault 21 | |
Make | Fiat | Renault |
Model | Grande Punto | 21 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1721 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 129 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 83.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.6:1 | 9.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 165 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 | 1170 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.7 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |