1961 Fiat Grand Break vs. 2009 Hyundai Elantra

To start off, 2009 Hyundai Elantra 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 Hyundai Elantra (136 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1961 Fiat Grand Break. (115 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Elantra should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat Grand Break. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Fiat Grand Break weights approximately 171 kg more than 2009 Hyundai Elantra.

Let's talk about torque, 1961 Fiat Grand Break (188 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai Elantra. (136 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1961 Fiat Grand Break will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai Elantra.

Compare all specifications:

1961 Fiat Grand Break 2009 Hyundai Elantra
Make Fiat Hyundai
Model Grand Break Elantra
Year Released 1961 2009
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2279 cc 1999 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 115 HP 136 HP
Engine RPM 5300 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 188 Nm 136 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 4600 RPM
Engine Bore Size 78 mm 82 mm
Engine Stroke Size 79.5 mm 93.5 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.5:1 10.1:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1290 kg 1119 kg
Vehicle Length 4490 mm 4510 mm
Vehicle Width 1630 mm 1500 mm
Vehicle Height 1490 mm 1780 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2660 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 37 L 53 L


 

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