1961 Fiat Grand Break vs. 1997 Mazda 626
To start off, 1997 Mazda 626 is newer by 36 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 1,840 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Fiat Grand Break (96 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1997 Mazda 626. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Fiat Grand Break should accelerate faster than 1997 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Fiat Grand Break weights approximately 80 kg more than 1997 Mazda 626. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Mazda 626 (145 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat Grand Break. (142 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Mazda 626 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 | 1997 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Grand Break | 626 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1795 cc | 1840 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2620 mm |
