1962 Fiat Grand Break vs. 2012 Kia Forte
To start off, 2012 Kia Forte is newer by 50 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Kia Forte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Forte (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1962 Fiat Grand Break. (96 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Forte should accelerate faster than 1962 Fiat Grand Break. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Forte weights approximately 20 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 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, 2012 Kia Forte, 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, 2012 Kia Forte (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Fiat Grand Break. (142 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Kia Forte 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 | 2012 Kia Forte | |
| Make | Fiat | Kia |
| Model | Grand Break | Forte |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1795 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4481 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 52 L |
