1961 Fiat Grand Break vs. 1982 Ford Escort
To start off, 1982 Ford Escort is newer by 21 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 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Fiat Grand Break is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Fiat Grand Break (96 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1982 Ford Escort. (70 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Fiat Grand Break should accelerate faster than 1982 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Fiat Grand Break weights approximately 320 kg more than 1982 Ford Escort. 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 (142 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ford Escort. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1961 Fiat Grand Break will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Fiat Grand Break | 1982 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Grand Break | Escort |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1795 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2400 mm |
