1965 Fiat Grand Break vs. 2003 Honda Inspire

To start off, 2003 Honda Inspire is newer by 38 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 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Honda Inspire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Honda Inspire (246 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1965 Fiat Grand Break. (96 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda Inspire should accelerate faster than 1965 Fiat Grand Break. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Honda Inspire weights approximately 270 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.

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, 2003 Honda Inspire, 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, 2003 Honda Inspire (288 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Fiat Grand Break. (142 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Honda Inspire 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 2003 Honda Inspire
Make Fiat Honda
Model Grand Break Inspire
Year Released 1965 2003
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1795 cc 2997 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 96 HP 246 HP
Engine RPM 5300 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 142 Nm 288 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 5000 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 9.0:1 10.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1270 kg 1540 kg
Vehicle Length 4490 mm 4810 mm
Vehicle Width 1630 mm 1830 mm
Vehicle Height 1490 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2680 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 38 L 40 L


 

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