1961 Fiat Grand Break vs. 1971 Fiat 128
To start off, 1971 Fiat 128 is newer by 10 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 2,279 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Fiat Grand Break is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Fiat Grand Break (115 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1971 Fiat 128. (66 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Fiat Grand Break should accelerate faster than 1971 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Fiat Grand Break weights approximately 470 kg more than 1971 Fiat 128. 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 (188 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Fiat 128. (90 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1961 Fiat Grand Break will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Fiat Grand Break | 1971 Fiat 128 | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Grand Break | 128 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2279 cc | 1288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 55.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 38 L |
