1963 Fiat Grand Break vs. 2011 Fiat Grande Punto
To start off, 2011 Fiat Grande Punto is newer by 48 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, 2011 Fiat Grande Punto (119 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1963 Fiat Grand Break. (96 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Fiat Grande Punto should accelerate faster than 1963 Fiat Grand Break. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Fiat Grand Break weights approximately 40 kg more than 2011 Fiat Grande Punto.
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, 2011 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, 2011 Fiat Grande Punto (206 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Fiat Grand Break. (142 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Fiat Grande Punto 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 | 2011 Fiat Grande Punto | |
Make | Fiat | Fiat |
Model | Grand Break | Grande Punto |
Year Released | 1963 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1793 cc | 1368 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 96 HP | 119 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 142 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 45 L |