1963 Fiat Grand Break vs. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 46 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 3,597 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1963 Fiat Grand Break. (96 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1963 Fiat Grand Break. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1037 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 2009 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg (265 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Fiat Grand Break. (142 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Touareg 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 | 2009 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Grand Break | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1793 cc | 3597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 2307 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 100 L |
