1962 Fiat Grand Break vs. 1973 Honda 145
To start off, 1973 Honda 145 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Fiat Grand Break. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Fiat Grand Break 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 28 more horse power than 1973 Honda 145. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Fiat Grand Break should accelerate faster than 1973 Honda 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Fiat Grand Break weights approximately 350 kg more than 1973 Honda 145. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 Fiat Grand Break is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1962 Fiat Grand Break. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 Honda 145, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda 145. (118 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1962 Fiat Grand Break will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Honda 145.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Fiat Grand Break | 1973 Honda 145 | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | Grand Break | 145 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1795 cc | 1433 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2260 mm |
