1961 Fiat Grand Break vs. 2005 Mazda Drifter

To start off, 2005 Mazda Drifter is newer by 44 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 2,499 cc, 2005 Mazda Drifter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Fiat Grand Break (115 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2005 Mazda Drifter. (112 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Fiat Grand Break should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda Drifter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Fiat Grand Break weights approximately 235 kg more than 2005 Mazda Drifter. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mazda Drifter (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat Grand Break. (188 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda Drifter 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 2005 Mazda Drifter
Make Fiat Mazda
Model Grand Break Drifter
Year Released 1961 2005
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2279 cc 2499 cc
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 3 valves
Horse Power 115 HP 112 HP
Engine RPM 5300 RPM 3500 RPM
Torque 188 Nm 257 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 2000 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 9.5:1 21.6:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1290 kg 1055 kg
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 3010 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 37 L 80 L


 

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