1965 Fiat Grand Break vs. 2001 Honda Fit

To start off, 2001 Honda Fit is newer by 36 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, 1965 Fiat Grand Break (96 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2001 Honda Fit. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Fiat Grand Break should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Fiat Grand Break weights approximately 280 kg more than 2001 Honda Fit. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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, 2001 Honda Fit, 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, 1965 Fiat Grand Break (142 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Fit. (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1965 Fiat Grand Break will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Fit.

Compare all specifications:

1965 Fiat Grand Break 2001 Honda Fit
Make Fiat Honda
Model Grand Break Fit
Year Released 1965 2001
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1795 cc 1339 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 96 HP 85 HP
Engine RPM 5300 RPM 5700 RPM
Torque 142 Nm 119 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 2800 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 9.0:1 10.8:1
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1270 kg 990 kg
Vehicle Length 4490 mm 3840 mm
Vehicle Width 1630 mm 1680 mm
Vehicle Height 1490 mm 1530 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2410 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 38 L 42 L