1961 Fiat Grand Break vs. 1996 Honda Civic
To start off, 1996 Honda Civic is newer by 35 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, 1996 Honda Civic (112 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1961 Fiat Grand Break. (96 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat Grand Break. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Fiat Grand Break weights approximately 240 kg more than 1996 Honda Civic.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Honda Civic (144 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat Grand Break. (142 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Honda Civic 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 | 1996 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | Grand Break | Civic |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1795 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 45 L |
