1965 Fiat Grand Break vs. 1970 Maserati Indy

To start off, 1970 Maserati Indy is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Fiat Grand Break. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Fiat Grand Break would be higher. At 4,719 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Maserati Indy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Maserati Indy (288 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1965 Fiat Grand Break. (96 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Maserati Indy should accelerate faster than 1965 Fiat Grand Break. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Maserati Indy weights approximately 272 kg more than 1965 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, 1970 Maserati Indy (400 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Fiat Grand Break. (142 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1970 Maserati Indy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Fiat Grand Break.

Compare all specifications:

1965 Fiat Grand Break 1970 Maserati Indy
Make Fiat Maserati
Model Grand Break Indy
Year Released 1965 1970
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 1795 cc 4719 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 96 HP 288 HP
Engine RPM 5300 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 142 Nm 400 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 3800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1270 kg 1542 kg
Vehicle Length 4490 mm 4750 mm
Vehicle Width 1630 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1490 mm 1230 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2610 mm


 

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