1963 Fiat Grand Break vs. 1959 Porsche 356
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 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Porsche 356 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 @ 5300 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1959 Porsche 356. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Fiat Grand Break should accelerate faster than 1959 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Fiat Grand Break weights approximately 432 kg more than 1959 Porsche 356. 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 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Porsche 356. (119 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1963 Fiat Grand Break will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Porsche 356.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Fiat Grand Break | 1959 Porsche 356 | |
Make | Fiat | Porsche |
Model | Grand Break | 356 |
Year Released | 1963 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1793 cc | 1582 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 96 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 142 Nm | 119 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 8.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 838 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2110 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 52 L |