1963 Fiat Grand Break vs. 1981 Peugeot 505
To start off, 1981 Peugeot 505 is newer by 18 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 1,969 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Peugeot 505 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Peugeot 505 (106 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1963 Fiat Grand Break. (96 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Peugeot 505 should accelerate faster than 1963 Fiat Grand Break. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Peugeot 505 weights approximately 30 kg more than 1963 Fiat Grand Break. 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, 1981 Peugeot 505 (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Fiat Grand Break. (142 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1981 Peugeot 505 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 | 1981 Peugeot 505 | |
Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
Model | Grand Break | 505 |
Year Released | 1963 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1793 cc | 1969 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 96 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 142 Nm | 161 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2910 mm |