2009 Fiat Sedici vs. 1988 Renault 21
To start off, 2009 Fiat Sedici is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Renault 21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Renault 21 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Renault 21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Renault 21 (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Sedici. (106 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Renault 21 should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Sedici. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Sedici weights approximately 110 kg more than 1988 Renault 21.
Because 2009 Fiat Sedici is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Renault 21. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 1988 Renault 21 (177 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Sedici. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Renault 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Sedici.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Sedici | 1988 Renault 21 | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Sedici | 21 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 82 mm |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.8 seconds | 9.2 seconds |
| 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 | 1155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2610 mm |
