1963 Fiat Grand Break vs. 2008 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2008 Kia Sportage is newer by 45 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 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Sportage (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1963 Fiat Grand Break. (96 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1963 Fiat Grand Break. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sportage weights approximately 490 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 2008 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Fiat Grand Break. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sportage will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Kia Sportage (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Fiat Grand Break. (142 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sportage 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 | 2008 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Fiat | Kia |
| Model | Grand Break | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1793 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 17.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 58 L |
