1964 Fiat Berline vs. 2002 Renault Grand Espace
To start off, 2002 Renault Grand Espace is newer by 38 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 2,958 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Renault Grand Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Renault Grand Espace (174 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1964 Fiat Berline. (115 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Renault Grand Espace should accelerate faster than 1964 Fiat Berline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 575 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, 2002 Renault Grand Espace, 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, 2002 Renault Grand Espace (351 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Fiat Berline. (188 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Renault Grand Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Fiat Berline.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Fiat Berline | 2002 Renault Grand Espace | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Berline | Grand Espace |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2279 cc | 2958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 351 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 83 L |
