1961 Fiat Grand Break vs. 2007 Renault Espace
To start off, 2007 Renault Espace is newer by 46 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Espace (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1961 Fiat Grand Break. (115 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat Grand Break. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Espace weights approximately 525 kg more than 1961 Fiat Grand Break. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Renault Espace (330 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat Grand Break. (188 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat Grand Break.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Fiat Grand Break | 2007 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Grand Break | Espace |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2279 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 95.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2110 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 83 L |
