1961 Fiat Grand Break vs. 1968 Triumph 2.5
To start off, 1968 Triumph 2.5 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 2,498 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Triumph 2.5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Triumph 2.5 (150 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1961 Fiat Grand Break. (115 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Triumph 2.5 should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat Grand Break. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Fiat Grand Break weights approximately 157 kg more than 1968 Triumph 2.5.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Triumph 2.5 (222 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat Grand Break. (188 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1968 Triumph 2.5 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 Triumph 2.5 | |
| Make | Fiat | Triumph |
| Model | Grand Break | 2.5 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2279 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 222 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 74.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1133 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 64 L |
