1961 Fiat Grand Break vs. 2011 Fiat 500
To start off, 2011 Fiat 500 is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat Grand Break. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat Grand Break would be higher. At 2,279 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Fiat Grand Break is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Fiat Grand Break (115 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2011 Fiat 500. (101 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Fiat Grand Break should accelerate faster than 2011 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Fiat Grand Break weights approximately 285 kg more than 2011 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1961 Fiat Grand Break (188 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Fiat 500. (132 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1961 Fiat Grand Break will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Fiat Grand Break | 2011 Fiat 500 | |
Make | Fiat | Fiat |
Model | Grand Break | 500 |
Year Released | 1961 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2279 cc | 1368 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 188 Nm | 132 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1005 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 35 L |