1961 Fiat Grand Break vs. 1985 Renault 18
To start off, 1985 Renault 18 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat Grand Break. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat Grand Break would be higher. At 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Fiat Grand Break is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Fiat Grand Break (96 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1985 Renault 18. (63 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Fiat Grand Break should accelerate faster than 1985 Renault 18. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Fiat Grand Break weights approximately 285 kg more than 1985 Renault 18. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1961 Fiat Grand Break (142 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Renault 18. (103 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1961 Fiat Grand Break will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Renault 18.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Fiat Grand Break | 1985 Renault 18 | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Grand Break | 18 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1795 cc | 1395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 60 L |
