1961 Fiat Grand Break vs. 2009 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2009 Mazda RX-8 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 Mazda RX-8 (229 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1961 Fiat Grand Break. (115 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat Grand Break. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda RX-8 weights approximately 135 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, 1961 Fiat Grand Break (188 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda RX-8. (159 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1961 Fiat Grand Break will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda RX-8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Fiat Grand Break | 2009 Mazda RX-8 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Grand Break | RX-8 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2279 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 229 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 61 L |
