1961 Fiat Grand Break vs. 1956 Ford Zodiac
To start off, 1961 Fiat Grand Break is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Ford Zodiac. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Ford Zodiac would be higher. At 2,552 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Ford Zodiac is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Fiat Grand Break (115 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1956 Ford Zodiac. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Fiat Grand Break should accelerate faster than 1956 Ford Zodiac. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Fiat Grand Break weights approximately 98 kg more than 1956 Ford Zodiac. 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 (188 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Ford Zodiac. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1961 Fiat Grand Break will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Ford Zodiac.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Fiat Grand Break | 1956 Ford Zodiac | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Grand Break | Zodiac |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2279 cc | 2552 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1192 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2720 mm |
