1965 Fiat Grand Break vs. 1999 Renault Safrane
To start off, 1999 Renault Safrane is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Fiat Grand Break. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Fiat Grand Break would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Renault Safrane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Renault Safrane (141 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1965 Fiat Grand Break. (96 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Renault Safrane should accelerate faster than 1965 Fiat Grand Break. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Renault Safrane weights approximately 255 kg more than 1965 Fiat Grand Break. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 Fiat Grand Break 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 1965 Fiat Grand Break. 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 (200 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Fiat Grand Break. (142 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Renault Safrane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Fiat Grand Break.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Fiat Grand Break | 1999 Renault Safrane | |
Make | Fiat | Renault |
Model | Grand Break | Safrane |
Year Released | 1965 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1795 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 96 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 142 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 38 L |