1962 Fiat Grand Break vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C 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 2,148 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C (168 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1962 Fiat Grand Break. (96 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1962 Fiat Grand Break. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Fiat Grand Break weights approximately 30 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C.
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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Fiat Grand Break. (142 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz C 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 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Grand Break | C |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1795 cc | 2148 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 17.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 62 L |
