1961 Fiat Grand Break vs. 1966 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1966 Opel Kadett is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat Grand Break. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat Grand Break 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 71 more horse power than 1966 Opel Kadett. (44 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Fiat Grand Break should accelerate faster than 1966 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Fiat Grand Break weights approximately 535 kg more than 1966 Opel Kadett. 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 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Opel Kadett. (74 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1961 Fiat Grand Break will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Fiat Grand Break | 1966 Opel Kadett | |
Make | Fiat | Opel |
Model | Grand Break | Kadett |
Year Released | 1961 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2279 cc | 1078 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 188 Nm | 74 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 61 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 755 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2430 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 60 L |