1961 Fiat Grand Break vs. 1970 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 1970 Lincoln Continental 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 7,534 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Lincoln Continental (209 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1961 Fiat Grand Break. (115 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat Grand Break. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 920 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, 1970 Lincoln Continental (464 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat Grand Break. (188 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1970 Lincoln Continental 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 | 1970 Lincoln Continental | |
| Make | Fiat | Lincoln |
| Model | Grand Break | Continental |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2279 cc | 7534 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 209 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 464 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 2210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2980 mm |
