1961 Fiat Berline vs. 1998 Renault Laguna
To start off, 1998 Renault Laguna is newer by 37 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, 1998 Renault Laguna (118 HP @ 5550 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1961 Fiat Berline. (115 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat Berline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Renault Laguna weights approximately 50 kg more than 1961 Fiat Berline. 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, 1998 Renault Laguna, 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 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Renault Laguna. (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1961 Fiat Berline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Fiat Berline | 1998 Renault Laguna | |
Make | Fiat | Renault |
Model | Berline | Laguna |
Year Released | 1961 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2279 cc | 1783 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5550 RPM |
Torque | 188 Nm | 169 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 82.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2680 mm |