1961 Fiat Grand Break vs. 1970 Rover 3.5
To start off, 1970 Rover 3.5 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 3,532 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Rover 3.5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Rover 3.5 (149 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1961 Fiat Grand Break. (96 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Rover 3.5 should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat Grand Break. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Rover 3.5 weights approximately 365 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 Rover 3.5 (276 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat Grand Break. (142 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1970 Rover 3.5 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 | 1970 Rover 3.5 | |
Make | Fiat | Rover |
Model | Grand Break | 3.5 |
Year Released | 1961 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1795 cc | 3532 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 96 HP | 149 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 142 Nm | 276 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1635 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2820 mm |