1961 Fiat Grand Break vs. 1986 Mercury Lynx
To start off, 1986 Mercury Lynx is newer by 25 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 1,859 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Mercury Lynx is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Fiat Grand Break (96 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1986 Mercury Lynx. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Fiat Grand Break should accelerate faster than 1986 Mercury Lynx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Fiat Grand Break weights approximately 245 kg more than 1986 Mercury Lynx. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 Mercury Lynx (144 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat Grand Break. (142 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Mercury Lynx 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 | 1986 Mercury Lynx | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercury |
| Model | Grand Break | Lynx |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1795 cc | 1859 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2400 mm |
