1961 Fiat Berline vs. 1991 Renault Express
To start off, 1991 Renault Express is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat Berline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat Berline would be higher. At 2,279 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Fiat Berline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Fiat Berline (115 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1991 Renault Express. (45 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Fiat Berline should accelerate faster than 1991 Renault Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Fiat Berline weights approximately 450 kg more than 1991 Renault Express. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1961 Fiat Berline is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1961 Fiat Berline. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Renault Express, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1961 Fiat Berline (188 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Renault Express. (79 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1961 Fiat Berline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Renault Express.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Fiat Berline | 1991 Renault Express | |
Make | Fiat | Renault |
Model | Berline | Express |
Year Released | 1961 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2279 cc | 1106 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 45 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 188 Nm | 79 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2590 mm |