1964 Fiat Berline vs. 1999 Renault Safrane
To start off, 1999 Renault Safrane is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Fiat Berline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Fiat Berline would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Renault Safrane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Renault Safrane (191 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1964 Fiat Berline. (115 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Renault Safrane should accelerate faster than 1964 Fiat Berline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Renault Safrane weights approximately 310 kg more than 1964 Fiat Berline. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1964 Fiat Berline 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 1964 Fiat Berline. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Renault Safrane, 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, 1999 Renault Safrane (277 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Fiat Berline. (188 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Renault Safrane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Fiat Berline.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Fiat Berline | 1999 Renault Safrane | |
Make | Fiat | Renault |
Model | Berline | Safrane |
Year Released | 1964 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2279 cc | 2946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 191 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 188 Nm | 277 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2770 mm |