1964 Fiat Grand Break vs. 1989 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1989 Toyota Carina is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Fiat Grand Break. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Fiat Grand Break 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 2 more horse power than 1989 Toyota Carina. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Fiat Grand Break should accelerate faster than 1989 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Fiat Grand Break weights approximately 190 kg more than 1989 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1964 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 1964 Fiat Grand Break. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Toyota Carina, 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, 1964 Fiat Grand Break (142 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Toyota Carina. (135 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1964 Fiat Grand Break will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Fiat Grand Break | 1989 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | Grand Break | Carina |
Year Released | 1964 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1795 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 96 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 142 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2530 mm |