1961 Fiat Grand Break vs. 2005 Morgan Aero 8
To start off, 2005 Morgan Aero 8 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 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Morgan Aero 8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Morgan Aero 8 (321 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 1961 Fiat Grand Break. (115 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Morgan Aero 8 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 158 kg more than 2005 Morgan Aero 8.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Morgan Aero 8 (447 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat Grand Break. (188 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Morgan Aero 8 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 Morgan Aero 8 | |
| Make | Fiat | Morgan |
| Model | Grand Break | Aero 8 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2279 cc | 4398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1132 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1100 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 70 L |
