1961 Fiat Grand Break vs. 1968 Jaguar XJ6
To start off, 1968 Jaguar XJ6 is newer by 7 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 4,235 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Jaguar XJ6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Jaguar XJ6 (245 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1961 Fiat Grand Break. (115 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Jaguar XJ6 should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat Grand Break. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Jaguar XJ6 weights approximately 390 kg more than 1961 Fiat Grand Break. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Jaguar XJ6 (385 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat Grand Break. (188 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1968 Jaguar XJ6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat Grand Break.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Fiat Grand Break | 1968 Jaguar XJ6 | |
| Make | Fiat | Jaguar |
| Model | Grand Break | XJ6 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2279 cc | 4235 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 385 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 92.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 106 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 104 L |
