1963 Fiat Grand Break vs. 1999 Vauxhall Zafira
To start off, 1999 Vauxhall Zafira is newer by 36 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Vauxhall Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Vauxhall Zafira (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1963 Fiat Grand Break. (96 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Vauxhall Zafira should accelerate faster than 1963 Fiat Grand Break. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Vauxhall Zafira weights approximately 150 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.
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, 1999 Vauxhall Zafira, 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, 1999 Vauxhall Zafira (170 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Fiat Grand Break. (142 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Vauxhall Zafira 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 | 1999 Vauxhall Zafira | |
| Make | Fiat | Vauxhall |
| Model | Grand Break | Zafira |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1793 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2700 mm |
