1961 Fiat Grand Break vs. 1999 Opel Meriva
To start off, 1999 Opel Meriva is newer by 38 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 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Fiat Grand Break is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Opel Meriva (99 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1961 Fiat Grand Break. (96 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Meriva should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat Grand Break. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Meriva weights approximately 123 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, 1999 Opel Meriva (230 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat Grand Break. (142 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Meriva 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 | 1999 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | Grand Break | Meriva |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1795 cc | 1686 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1393 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 60 L |
