1962 Fiat Grand Break vs. 1979 Volvo 66
To start off, 1979 Volvo 66 is newer by 17 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 40 more horse power than 1979 Volvo 66. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Fiat Grand Break should accelerate faster than 1979 Volvo 66.
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 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Volvo 66. (94 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1962 Fiat Grand Break will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Volvo 66.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Fiat Grand Break | 1979 Volvo 66 | |
| Make | Fiat | Volvo |
| Model | Grand Break | 66 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1795 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1550 mm |
