1962 Fiat Grand Break vs. 2009 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 47 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 2,718 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Discovery (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1962 Fiat Grand Break. (96 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1962 Fiat Grand Break. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1438 kg more than 1962 Fiat Grand Break. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Fiat Grand Break. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Discovery will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Land Rover Discovery (440 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Fiat Grand Break. (142 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Fiat Grand Break.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Fiat Grand Break | 2009 Land Rover Discovery | |
Make | Fiat | Land Rover |
Model | Grand Break | Discovery |
Year Released | 1962 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1795 cc | 2718 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 96 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 142 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 2708 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 82 L |