1963 Fiat 1500 vs. 1991 Renault Express
To start off, 1991 Renault Express is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Fiat 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Fiat 1500 would be higher. At 1,481 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Fiat 1500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Fiat 1500 (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1991 Renault Express. (45 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Fiat 1500 should accelerate faster than 1991 Renault Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Fiat 1500 weights approximately 405 kg more than 1991 Renault Express. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1963 Fiat 1500 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 1963 Fiat 1500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Renault Express, 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, 1963 Fiat 1500 (106 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Renault Express. (79 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1963 Fiat 1500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Renault Express.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Fiat 1500 | 1991 Renault Express | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | 1500 | Express |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1481 cc | 1106 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2590 mm |
