1963 Fiat Grand Break vs. 1993 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1993 Toyota Carina is newer by 30 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 1,974 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Fiat Grand Break (96 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1993 Toyota Carina. (72 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Fiat Grand Break should accelerate faster than 1993 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Fiat Grand Break weights approximately 46 kg more than 1993 Toyota Carina. 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, 1993 Toyota Carina, 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 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Toyota Carina. (132 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1963 Fiat Grand Break will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Fiat Grand Break | 1993 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | Grand Break | Carina |
Year Released | 1963 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1793 cc | 1974 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 96 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 142 Nm | 132 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1224 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2590 mm |