1958 Austin-Healey Sprite 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 Austin-Healey Sprite. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Austin-Healey Sprite would be higher. At 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Fiat Grand Break is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Fiat Grand Break (96 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1958 Austin-Healey Sprite. (44 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Fiat Grand Break should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin-Healey Sprite. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Fiat Grand Break weights approximately 606 kg more than 1958 Austin-Healey Sprite. 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, 1965 Fiat Grand Break (142 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin-Healey Sprite. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1965 Fiat Grand Break will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Austin-Healey Sprite.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Austin-Healey Sprite | 1965 Fiat Grand Break | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Fiat |
Model | Sprite | Grand Break |
Year Released | 1958 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 1795 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 664 kg | 1270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 38 L |