1961 Fiat Grand Break vs. 2008 Honda Accord

To start off, 2008 Honda Accord is newer by 47 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 2,352 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Accord (177 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1961 Fiat Grand Break. (115 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat Grand Break. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Accord weights approximately 64 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, 2008 Honda Accord (218 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat Grand Break. (188 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Accord 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 2008 Honda Accord
Make Fiat Honda
Model Grand Break Accord
Year Released 1961 2008
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2279 cc 2352 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 115 HP 177 HP
Engine RPM 5300 RPM 6500 RPM
Torque 188 Nm 218 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 4300 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1290 kg 1354 kg
Vehicle Length 4490 mm 4940 mm
Vehicle Width 1630 mm 1850 mm
Vehicle Height 1490 mm 1480 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2810 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 37 L 70 L