1963 Fiat Grand Break vs. 2012 Fiat Ducato
To start off, 2012 Fiat Ducato is newer by 49 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 2,286 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Fiat Ducato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Fiat Ducato (161 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1963 Fiat Grand Break. (96 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Fiat Ducato 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 330 kg more than 2012 Fiat Ducato.
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, 2012 Fiat Ducato, 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, 2012 Fiat Ducato (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Fiat Grand Break. (142 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Fiat Ducato 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 | 2012 Fiat Ducato | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Grand Break | Ducato |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1793 cc | 2286 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 90 L |
