1961 Fiat Grand Break vs. 2009 Honda Civic
To start off, 2009 Honda Civic is newer by 48 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, 2009 Honda Civic (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1961 Fiat Grand Break. (115 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat Grand Break. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Civic weights approximately 93 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, 2009 Honda Civic (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat Grand Break. (188 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Civic 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 | 2009 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | Grand Break | Civic |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2279 cc | 2204 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1383 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 50 L |
