1961 Fiat Grand Break vs. 1974 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 1974 GMC Jimmy is newer by 13 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 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 GMC Jimmy (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1961 Fiat Grand Break. (96 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 GMC Jimmy should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat Grand Break. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 530 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, 1974 GMC Jimmy (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat Grand Break. (142 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1974 GMC Jimmy 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 | 1974 GMC Jimmy | |
| Make | Fiat | GMC |
| Model | Grand Break | Jimmy |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1795 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 242 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2720 mm |
