1961 Fiat Grand Break vs. 2001 Smart ForFour
To start off, 2001 Smart ForFour 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 2,279 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Fiat Grand Break is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Fiat Grand Break (115 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2001 Smart ForFour. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Fiat Grand Break should accelerate faster than 2001 Smart ForFour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Fiat Grand Break weights approximately 325 kg more than 2001 Smart ForFour. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1961 Fiat Grand Break (188 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Smart ForFour. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1961 Fiat Grand Break will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Smart ForFour.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Fiat Grand Break | 2001 Smart ForFour | |
Make | Fiat | Smart |
Model | Grand Break | ForFour |
Year Released | 1961 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2279 cc | 1124 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 188 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 75.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 84.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 965 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2510 mm |