1963 Fiat Grand Break vs. 2008 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2008 Mazda RX-8 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 1,793 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Fiat Grand Break is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda RX-8 (108 HP @ 8200 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1963 Fiat Grand Break. (96 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1963 Fiat Grand Break.
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 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda RX-8. (140 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1963 Fiat Grand Break will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda RX-8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Fiat Grand Break | 2008 Mazda RX-8 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Grand Break | RX-8 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1793 cc | 1308 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 8200 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 61 L |
