1962 Fiat Grand Break vs. 2008 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2008 Toyota Prius is newer by 46 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 20 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Prius. (76 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Fiat Grand Break should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Prius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Prius weights approximately 32 kg more than 1962 Fiat Grand Break.
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, 2008 Toyota Prius, 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 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Prius. (115 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1962 Fiat Grand Break will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Fiat Grand Break | 2008 Toyota Prius | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Grand Break | Prius |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1795 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 13.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1302 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 45 L |
