1961 Fiat Grand Break vs. 1972 Ford GT 40
To start off, 1972 Ford GT 40 is newer by 11 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 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Ford GT 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford GT 40 (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 235 more horse power than 1961 Fiat Grand Break. (115 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford GT 40 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 330 kg more than 1972 Ford GT 40.
Let's talk about torque, 1961 Fiat Grand Break (188 Nm) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 1961 Fiat Grand Break will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford GT 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Fiat Grand Break | 1972 Ford GT 40 | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Grand Break | GT 40 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2279 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 95.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 72.9 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 125 L |
