1961 Fiat Grand Break vs. 1980 Reliant SE6
To start off, 1980 Reliant SE6 is newer by 19 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 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Reliant SE6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Reliant SE6 (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1961 Fiat Grand Break. (115 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Reliant SE6 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 40 kg more than 1980 Reliant SE6.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Reliant SE6 (233 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat Grand Break. (188 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1980 Reliant SE6 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 | 1980 Reliant SE6 | |
| Make | Fiat | Reliant |
| Model | Grand Break | SE6 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2279 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2650 mm |
