1961 Fiat Grand Break vs. 2011 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 50 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 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Silverado (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1961 Fiat Grand Break. (115 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat Grand Break. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 259 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, 2011 Chevrolet Silverado (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat Grand Break. (188 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Silverado 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 | 2011 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Fiat | Chevrolet |
| Model | Grand Break | Silverado |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2279 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1549 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 129 L |
