1963 Fiat Grand Break vs. 2013 BMW 1 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 1 Series is newer by 50 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW 1 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 1 Series (296 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1963 Fiat Grand Break. (96 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 1 Series should accelerate faster than 1963 Fiat Grand Break. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 1 Series weights approximately 260 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.
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, 2013 BMW 1 Series (407 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Fiat Grand Break. (142 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 1 Series 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 | 2013 BMW 1 Series | |
Make | Fiat | BMW |
Model | Grand Break | 1 Series |
Year Released | 1963 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1793 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 96 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 142 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.2 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4373 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1919 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1408 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 53 L |