1963 Fiat Grand Break vs. 1986 Fiat 126
To start off, 1986 Fiat 126 is newer by 23 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 72 more horse power than 1986 Fiat 126. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Fiat Grand Break should accelerate faster than 1986 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Fiat Grand Break weights approximately 685 kg more than 1986 Fiat 126. 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 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Fiat 126. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1963 Fiat Grand Break will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Fiat Grand Break | 1986 Fiat 126 | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Grand Break | 126 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1793 cc | 651 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 42 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 | 585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 1850 mm |
