1961 Fiat Grand Break vs. 2007 Renault Vel Satis
To start off, 2007 Renault Vel Satis 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 2,279 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Fiat Grand Break is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Vel Satis (168 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1961 Fiat Grand Break. (115 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Vel Satis should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat Grand Break. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Vel Satis weights approximately 426 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 Vel Satis (270 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat Grand Break. (188 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Vel Satis 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 Vel Satis | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Grand Break | Vel Satis |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2279 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1716 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 80 L |
