1958 AC 2-Litre vs. 1965 Fiat Grand Break
To start off, 1965 Fiat Grand Break is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 AC 2-Litre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 AC 2-Litre would be higher. At 1,991 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 AC 2-Litre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Fiat Grand Break (96 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1958 AC 2-Litre. (76 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Fiat Grand Break should accelerate faster than 1958 AC 2-Litre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 AC 2-Litre weights approximately 50 kg more than 1965 Fiat Grand Break.
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, 1965 Fiat Grand Break (142 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 AC 2-Litre. (136 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1965 Fiat Grand Break will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 AC 2-Litre.
Compare all specifications:
1958 AC 2-Litre | 1965 Fiat Grand Break | |
Make | AC | Fiat |
Model | 2-Litre | Grand Break |
Year Released | 1958 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1795 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 136 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 38 L |