1963 Fiat Grand Break vs. 1980 Volvo 260
To start off, 1980 Volvo 260 is newer by 17 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 2,383 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Volvo 260 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Fiat Grand Break (96 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1980 Volvo 260. (81 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Fiat Grand Break should accelerate faster than 1980 Volvo 260. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Volvo 260 weights approximately 180 kg more than 1963 Fiat Grand Break.
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 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Volvo 260. (140 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1963 Fiat Grand Break will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Volvo 260.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Fiat Grand Break | 1980 Volvo 260 | |
Make | Fiat | Volvo |
Model | Grand Break | 260 |
Year Released | 1963 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1793 cc | 2383 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 96 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 142 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 23.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2660 mm |