1958 Abarth 600 vs. 1962 Fiat Grand Break
To start off, 1962 Fiat Grand Break is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Abarth 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Abarth 600 would be higher. At 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 Fiat Grand Break is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Fiat Grand Break (96 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1958 Abarth 600. (41 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Fiat Grand Break should accelerate faster than 1958 Abarth 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Fiat Grand Break weights approximately 685 kg more than 1958 Abarth 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1962 Fiat Grand Break (142 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Abarth 600. (54 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1962 Fiat Grand Break will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Abarth 600.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Abarth 600 | 1962 Fiat Grand Break | |
Make | Abarth | Fiat |
Model | 600 | Grand Break |
Year Released | 1958 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 747 cc | 1795 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 1270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2660 mm |