1963 Fiat Grand Break vs. 1960 Opel Kapitan
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 Opel Kapitan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Opel Kapitan would be higher. At 2,605 cc (6 cylinders), 1960 Opel Kapitan is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Fiat Grand Break weights approximately 364 kg more than 1960 Opel Kapitan.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Fiat Grand Break | 1960 Opel Kapitan | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | Grand Break | Kapitan |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1793 cc | 2605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 0 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 906 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2550 mm |
