1961 Fiat Grand Break vs. 1998 Pontiac Grand Prix
To start off, 1998 Pontiac Grand Prix is newer by 37 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 3,128 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Pontiac Grand Prix (173 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1961 Fiat Grand Break. (115 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat Grand Break. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Pontiac Grand Prix weights approximately 211 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, 1998 Pontiac Grand Prix (264 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat Grand Break. (188 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Pontiac Grand Prix 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 | 1998 Pontiac Grand Prix | |
Make | Fiat | Pontiac |
Model | Grand Break | Grand Prix |
Year Released | 1961 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2279 cc | 3128 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 188 Nm | 264 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1501 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3110 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 66 L |