1961 Austin A 40 vs. 1966 Fiat Grand Break
To start off, 1966 Fiat Grand Break is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Fiat Grand Break is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Fiat Grand Break (96 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1961 Austin A 40. (36 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Fiat Grand Break should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Fiat Grand Break weights approximately 512 kg more than 1961 Austin A 40. 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, 1966 Fiat Grand Break (142 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin A 40. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1966 Fiat Grand Break will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Austin A 40 | 1966 Fiat Grand Break | |
| Make | Austin | Fiat |
| Model | A 40 | Grand Break |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1272 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |
