1961 Fiat Grand Break vs. 1959 Vauxhall Victor
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 Vauxhall Victor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Vauxhall Victor would be higher. At 2,279 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Fiat Grand Break is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Fiat Grand Break (115 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1959 Vauxhall Victor. (49 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Fiat Grand Break should accelerate faster than 1959 Vauxhall Victor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Fiat Grand Break weights approximately 351 kg more than 1959 Vauxhall Victor. 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 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Vauxhall Victor. (116 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1961 Fiat Grand Break will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Vauxhall Victor.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Fiat Grand Break | 1959 Vauxhall Victor | |
Make | Fiat | Vauxhall |
Model | Grand Break | Victor |
Year Released | 1961 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2279 cc | 1508 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 188 Nm | 116 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.1:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 939 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 45 L |