1964 Austin Princess vs. 1961 Fiat Grand Break
To start off, 1964 Austin Princess is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat Grand Break. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat Grand Break would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Austin Princess is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Austin Princess (119 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1961 Fiat Grand Break. (96 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Austin Princess should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat Grand Break. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Austin Princess weights approximately 910 kg more than 1961 Fiat Grand Break. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1964 Austin Princess (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat Grand Break. (142 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1964 Austin Princess will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat Grand Break.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Austin Princess | 1961 Fiat Grand Break | |
| Make | Austin | Fiat |
| Model | Princess | Grand Break |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 37 L |
