1961 Fiat Grand Break vs. 2008 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Polo 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 2,279 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 41 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Polo. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Fiat Grand Break should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Fiat Grand Break weights approximately 163 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Polo. 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 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Polo. (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1961 Fiat Grand Break will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Fiat Grand Break | 2008 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Grand Break | Polo |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2279 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1127 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 45 L |
