1965 Fiat Coupe vs. 2004 Renault Vel Satis
To start off, 2004 Renault Vel Satis is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Fiat Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Fiat Coupe would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Renault Vel Satis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Renault Vel Satis (176 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1965 Fiat Coupe. (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Renault Vel Satis should accelerate faster than 1965 Fiat Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Vel Satis weights approximately 580 kg more than 1965 Fiat Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Renault Vel Satis (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Fiat Coupe. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Renault Vel Satis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Fiat Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Fiat Coupe | 2004 Renault Vel Satis | |
Make | Fiat | Renault |
Model | Coupe | Vel Satis |
Year Released | 1965 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2277 cc | 2946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 176 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1810 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 80 L |