1961 Fiat Grand Break vs. 2001 Fiat Palio
To start off, 2001 Fiat Palio is newer by 40 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, 2001 Fiat Palio (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1961 Fiat Grand Break. (96 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Fiat Palio 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 175 kg more than 2001 Fiat Palio.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Fiat Palio (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat Grand Break. (142 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Fiat Palio 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 | 2001 Fiat Palio | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Grand Break | Palio |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1795 cc | 1579 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 51 L |
