1961 Fiat Grand Break vs. 2005 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2005 Skoda Octavia 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 2,279 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Fiat Grand Break is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Skoda Octavia (149 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1961 Fiat Grand Break. (115 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat Grand Break. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 20 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, 2005 Skoda Octavia (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat Grand Break. (188 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Skoda Octavia 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 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Fiat | Skoda |
| Model | Grand Break | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2279 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2580 mm |
