1959 Abarth 600 vs. 1961 Fiat Grand Break
To start off, 1961 Fiat Grand Break is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth 600 would be higher. At 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Fiat Grand Break is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Fiat Grand Break (96 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 600. (41 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Fiat Grand Break should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Fiat Grand Break weights approximately 685 kg more than 1959 Abarth 600. 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 (142 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 600. (54 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1961 Fiat Grand Break will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth 600 | 1961 Fiat Grand Break | |
| Make | Abarth | Fiat |
| Model | 600 | Grand Break |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 |
