1961 Fiat Grand Break vs. 1996 Steyr G-series
To start off, 1996 Steyr G-series 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 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Steyr G-series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Steyr G-series (175 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1961 Fiat Grand Break. (115 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Steyr G-series should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat Grand Break. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Steyr G-series weights approximately 800 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, 1996 Steyr G-series (330 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat Grand Break. (188 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Steyr G-series 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 Steyr G-series | |
| Make | Fiat | Steyr |
| Model | Grand Break | G-series |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1996 |
| Engine Size | 2279 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 2090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2410 mm |
