1961 Fiat Grand Break vs. 1996 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1996 Volkswagen Passat 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 2,324 cc (5 cylinders), 1996 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Volkswagen Passat (150 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1961 Fiat Grand Break. (115 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat Grand Break.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Volkswagen Passat (210 Nm) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat Grand Break. (188 Nm). This means 1996 Volkswagen Passat 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 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Grand Break | Passat |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2279 cc | 2324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2710 mm |
