1961 Fiat Grand Break vs. 2002 Renault Megane
To start off, 2002 Renault Megane is newer by 41 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 2,279 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Fiat Grand Break is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Fiat Grand Break (115 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2002 Renault Megane. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Fiat Grand Break should accelerate faster than 2002 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Fiat Grand Break weights approximately 175 kg more than 2002 Renault Megane. 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 (188 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Renault Megane. (127 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1961 Fiat Grand Break will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Fiat Grand Break | 2002 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Grand Break | Megane |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2279 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 60 L |
