1963 Fiat Grand Break vs. 1963 MG MGB

To start off, both 1963 Fiat Grand Break and 1963 MG MGB were released in the same year (1963). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 MG MGB is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Fiat Grand Break (96 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1963 MG MGB. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Fiat Grand Break should accelerate faster than 1963 MG MGB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Fiat Grand Break weights approximately 370 kg more than 1963 MG MGB. 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 MG MGB (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Fiat Grand Break. (142 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1963 MG MGB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Fiat Grand Break.

Compare all specifications:

1963 Fiat Grand Break 1963 MG MGB
Make Fiat MG
Model Grand Break MGB
Year Released 1963 1963
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1793 cc 1798 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 96 HP 89 HP
Engine RPM 5300 RPM 5400 RPM
Torque 142 Nm 149 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 3000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1270 kg 900 kg
Vehicle Length 4490 mm 3900 mm
Vehicle Width 1630 mm 1530 mm
Vehicle Height 1490 mm 1260 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2320 mm


 

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