1964 Fiat Grand Break vs. 1956 Morris Minor
To start off, 1964 Fiat Grand Break is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Morris Minor would be higher. At 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 1964 Fiat Grand Break is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Fiat Grand Break (96 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1956 Morris Minor. (30 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Fiat Grand Break should accelerate faster than 1956 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Fiat Grand Break weights approximately 445 kg more than 1956 Morris Minor. 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, 1964 Fiat Grand Break (142 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Morris Minor. (54 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1964 Fiat Grand Break will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Fiat Grand Break | 1956 Morris Minor | |
Make | Fiat | Morris |
Model | Grand Break | Minor |
Year Released | 1964 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1795 cc | 803 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 96 HP | 30 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 142 Nm | 54 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 825 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2190 mm |