1965 Fiat Grand Break vs. 1955 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 1965 Fiat Grand Break is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Volkswagen Beetle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Volkswagen Beetle would be higher. At 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Fiat Grand Break is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Fiat Grand Break (96 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1955 Volkswagen Beetle. (38 HP @ 3900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Fiat Grand Break should accelerate faster than 1955 Volkswagen Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Fiat Grand Break weights approximately 530 kg more than 1955 Volkswagen Beetle. 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, 1965 Fiat Grand Break (142 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Volkswagen Beetle. (89 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1965 Fiat Grand Break will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Volkswagen Beetle.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Fiat Grand Break | 1955 Volkswagen Beetle | |
Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
Model | Grand Break | Beetle |
Year Released | 1965 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1795 cc | 1192 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 96 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Torque | 142 Nm | 89 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2410 mm |