1961 Fiat Grand Break vs. 1986 Pontiac Grand Safari
To start off, 1986 Pontiac Grand Safari 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 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Pontiac Grand Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Pontiac Grand Safari (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1961 Fiat Grand Break. (96 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Pontiac Grand Safari should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat Grand Break. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Pontiac Grand Safari weights approximately 530 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, 1986 Pontiac Grand Safari (325 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat Grand Break. (142 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Pontiac Grand Safari 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 Pontiac Grand Safari | |
| Make | Fiat | Pontiac |
| Model | Grand Break | Grand Safari |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1795 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2950 mm |
