1961 Fiat Grand Break vs. 1997 Volkswagen W12
To start off, 1997 Volkswagen W12 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 5,584 cc (12 cylinders), 1997 Volkswagen W12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Volkswagen W12 (420 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 324 more horse power than 1961 Fiat Grand Break. (96 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Volkswagen W12 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 118 kg more than 1997 Volkswagen W12.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Volkswagen W12 (530 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 388 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat Grand Break. (142 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Volkswagen W12 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 Volkswagen W12 | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Grand Break | W12 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1795 cc | 5584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 420 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1152 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1010 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 55 L |
