1963 Fiat Grand Break vs. 2010 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 47 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, 2010 Volkswagen Golf (120 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1963 Fiat Grand Break. (96 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1963 Fiat Grand Break. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 20 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, 2010 Volkswagen Golf, 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, 2010 Volkswagen Golf (200 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Fiat Grand Break. (142 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Golf 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 | 2010 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Grand Break | Golf |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1793 cc | 1400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4199 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 55 L |
