1961 Fiat Grand Break vs. 2006 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2006 Ford Fiesta is newer by 45 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 34 more horse power than 2006 Ford Fiesta. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Fiat Grand Break should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Fiat Grand Break weights approximately 185 kg more than 2006 Ford Fiesta. 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 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Fiesta. (128 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1961 Fiat Grand Break will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Fiat Grand Break | 2006 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Grand Break | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2279 cc | 1388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 45 L |
