1963 Fiat Grand Break vs. 1973 Matra-Simca M530
To start off, 1973 Matra-Simca M530 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Fiat Grand Break. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Fiat Grand Break 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 25 more horse power than 1973 Matra-Simca M530. (71 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Fiat Grand Break should accelerate faster than 1973 Matra-Simca M530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Fiat Grand Break weights approximately 335 kg more than 1973 Matra-Simca M530. 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 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Matra-Simca M530. (128 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1963 Fiat Grand Break will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Matra-Simca M530.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Fiat Grand Break | 1973 Matra-Simca M530 | |
| Make | Fiat | Matra-Simca |
| Model | Grand Break | M530 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1973 |
| Engine Size | 1793 cc | 1699 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2570 mm |
