1963 Fiat Grand Break vs. 1960 Fiat 1200
To start off, 1963 Fiat Grand Break is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Fiat 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Fiat 1200 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 43 more horse power than 1960 Fiat 1200. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Fiat Grand Break should accelerate faster than 1960 Fiat 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Fiat Grand Break weights approximately 345 kg more than 1960 Fiat 1200. 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 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Fiat 1200. (81 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1963 Fiat Grand Break will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Fiat 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Fiat Grand Break | 1960 Fiat 1200 | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Grand Break | 1200 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1793 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 37 L |
