1962 Fiat Grand Break vs. 1960 Ginetta G4
To start off, 1962 Fiat Grand Break is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Ginetta G4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Ginetta G4 would be higher. At 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 Fiat Grand Break is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Fiat Grand Break (96 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1960 Ginetta G4. (39 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Fiat Grand Break should accelerate faster than 1960 Ginetta G4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Fiat Grand Break weights approximately 825 kg more than 1960 Ginetta G4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1962 Fiat Grand Break (142 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Ginetta G4. (71 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1962 Fiat Grand Break will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Ginetta G4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Fiat Grand Break | 1960 Ginetta G4 | |
| Make | Fiat | Ginetta |
| Model | Grand Break | G4 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1795 cc | 997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 39 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2050 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 23 L |
