1961 Fiat Grand Break vs. 1997 Peugeot 605
To start off, 1997 Peugeot 605 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Peugeot 605 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Peugeot 605 (136 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1961 Fiat Grand Break. (96 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Peugeot 605 should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat Grand Break. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Peugeot 605 weights approximately 170 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, 1997 Peugeot 605 (180 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat Grand Break. (142 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Peugeot 605 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 Peugeot 605 | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | Grand Break | 605 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1795 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2810 mm |
