1961 Fiat Grand Break vs. 1982 Volvo 260
To start off, 1982 Volvo 260 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 2,849 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Volvo 260 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Volvo 260 (153 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1961 Fiat Grand Break. (115 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Volvo 260 should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat Grand Break. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Volvo 260 weights approximately 80 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, 1982 Volvo 260 (230 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat Grand Break. (188 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1982 Volvo 260 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 | 1982 Volvo 260 | |
| Make | Fiat | Volvo |
| Model | Grand Break | 260 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2279 cc | 2849 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 73 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2660 mm |
