1961 Fiat Grand Break vs. 2012 Mazda 3
To start off, 2012 Mazda 3 is newer by 51 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mazda 3 (167 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1961 Fiat Grand Break. (115 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat Grand Break. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mazda 3 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, 2012 Mazda 3 (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat Grand Break. (188 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Mazda 3 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 | 2012 Mazda 3 | |
Make | Fiat | Mazda |
Model | Grand Break | 3 |
Year Released | 1961 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2279 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 167 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 188 Nm | 228 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1383 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4506 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1755 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2639 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 60 L |