1963 Fiat Grand Break vs. 1983 Fiat 131
To start off, 1983 Fiat 131 is newer by 20 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 26 more horse power than 1983 Fiat 131. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Fiat Grand Break should accelerate faster than 1983 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Fiat Grand Break weights approximately 245 kg more than 1983 Fiat 131. 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 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Fiat 131. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1963 Fiat Grand Break will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Fiat 131.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Fiat Grand Break | 1983 Fiat 131 | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Grand Break | 131 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1793 cc | 1367 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 108 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 | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2500 mm |
