1963 Fiat Grand Break vs. 1979 Honda Civic
To start off, 1979 Honda Civic is newer by 16 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) has 29 more horse power than 1979 Honda Civic. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Fiat Grand Break should accelerate faster than 1979 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Fiat Grand Break weights approximately 475 kg more than 1979 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1963 Fiat Grand Break is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1963 Fiat Grand Break. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Honda Civic, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Honda Civic. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1963 Fiat Grand Break will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Fiat Grand Break | 1979 Honda Civic | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | Grand Break | Civic |
Year Released | 1963 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1793 cc | 1335 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 96 HP | 67 HP |
Torque | 142 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 8.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 795 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2330 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 40 L |