1964 Fiat Grand Break vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK
To start off, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK is newer by 40 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. Both 1964 Fiat Grand Break and 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK are equipped with a 1,795 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK (167 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1964 Fiat Grand Break. (96 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 1964 Fiat Grand Break. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK weights approximately 395 kg more than 1964 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, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK (245 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Fiat Grand Break. (142 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Fiat Grand Break.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Fiat Grand Break | 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Grand Break | CLK |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1795 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 62 L |
