1961 Fiat Grand Break vs. 2010 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 49 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 31 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Golf. (84 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Fiat Grand Break should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Fiat Grand Break weights approximately 61 kg more than 2010 Volkswagen Golf. 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 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen Golf. (160 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1961 Fiat Grand Break will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Fiat Grand Break | 2010 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Grand Break | Golf |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2279 cc | 1200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 84 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1229 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4199 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 55 L |
