1965 Fiat Grand Break vs. 1992 Honda Civic
To start off, 1992 Honda Civic is newer by 27 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 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Fiat Grand Break is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Honda Civic (123 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1965 Fiat Grand Break. (96 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1965 Fiat Grand Break. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Fiat Grand Break weights approximately 220 kg more than 1992 Honda Civic.
Because 1965 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 1965 Fiat Grand Break. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Honda Civic, 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, 1992 Honda Civic (150 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Fiat Grand Break. (142 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Honda Civic 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 | 1992 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | Grand Break | Civic |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1795 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 45 L |
