1959 Abarth 750 vs. 1965 Fiat Grand Break
To start off, 1965 Fiat Grand Break is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth 750 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 53 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 750. (43 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Fiat Grand Break should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Fiat Grand Break weights approximately 735 kg more than 1959 Abarth 750. 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 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 750. (49 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1965 Fiat Grand Break will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth 750 | 1965 Fiat Grand Break | |
| Make | Abarth | Fiat |
| Model | 750 | Grand Break |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 38 L |
