1961 Fiat Grand Break vs. 1970 Ford Corsair
To start off, 1970 Ford Corsair is newer by 9 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 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Fiat Grand Break is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Fiat Grand Break (96 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1970 Ford Corsair. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Fiat Grand Break should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Corsair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Fiat Grand Break weights approximately 385 kg more than 1970 Ford Corsair. 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 (142 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Corsair. (101 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1961 Fiat Grand Break will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Corsair.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Fiat Grand Break | 1970 Ford Corsair | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Grand Break | Corsair |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1795 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2570 mm |
