1962 Fiat Grand Break vs. 2013 Scion tC
To start off, 2013 Scion tC is newer by 51 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 2,494 cc (16 cylinders), 2013 Scion tC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Scion tC (178 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1962 Fiat Grand Break. (96 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Scion tC should accelerate faster than 1962 Fiat Grand Break. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Scion tC weights approximately 107 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.
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, 2013 Scion tC (235 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Fiat Grand Break. (142 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Scion tC 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 | 2013 Scion tC | |
| Make | Fiat | Scion |
| Model | Grand Break | tC |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1795 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1377 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1795 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1415 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2700 mm |
