1961 Fiat Grand Break vs. 1982 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1982 Opel Ascona 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 2,279 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Fiat Grand Break is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 115 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Fiat Grand Break weights approximately 225 kg more than 1982 Opel Ascona.
Let's talk about torque, 1961 Fiat Grand Break (188 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Opel Ascona. (154 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1961 Fiat Grand Break will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Fiat Grand Break | 1982 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | Grand Break | Ascona |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2279 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 84.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 40 L |
