1963 Fiat Grand Break vs. 1959 Fiat 1500
To start off, 1963 Fiat Grand Break is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 1500 would be higher. At 1,793 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Fiat Grand Break is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Fiat Grand Break (96 HP) has 16 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1500. (80 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Fiat Grand Break should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Fiat Grand Break weights approximately 280 kg more than 1959 Fiat 1500. 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, 1963 Fiat Grand Break (142 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1500. (104 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1963 Fiat Grand Break will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1500.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Fiat Grand Break | 1959 Fiat 1500 | |
Make | Fiat | Fiat |
Model | Grand Break | 1500 |
Year Released | 1963 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1793 cc | 1490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 96 HP | 80 HP |
Torque | 142 Nm | 104 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 8.7:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 37 L |