1963 Fiat Grand Break vs. 2007 Fiat Grande Punto

To start off, 2007 Fiat Grande Punto is newer by 44 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 20 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Grande Punto. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Fiat Grand Break should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Grande Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Fiat Grand Break weights approximately 170 kg more than 2007 Fiat Grande Punto. 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, 2007 Fiat Grande Punto, 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 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Grande Punto. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1963 Fiat Grand Break will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Grande Punto.

Compare all specifications:

1963 Fiat Grand Break 2007 Fiat Grande Punto
Make Fiat Fiat
Model Grand Break Grande Punto
Year Released 1963 2007
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1793 cc 1367 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 96 HP 76 HP
Engine RPM 5300 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 142 Nm 115 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 3000 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 9.2:1 11.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1270 kg 1100 kg
Vehicle Length 4490 mm 4040 mm
Vehicle Width 1630 mm 1690 mm
Vehicle Height 1490 mm 1690 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2520 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 37 L 45 L


 

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