1965 Fiat Grand Break vs. 2004 Ford Mustang

To start off, 2004 Ford Mustang is newer by 39 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 4,009 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Mustang (200 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1965 Fiat Grand Break. (96 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1965 Fiat Grand Break. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Mustang 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, 2004 Ford Mustang (321 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Fiat Grand Break. (142 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Mustang 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 2004 Ford Mustang
Make Fiat Ford
Model Grand Break Mustang
Year Released 1965 2004
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1795 cc 4009 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 96 HP 200 HP
Engine RPM 5300 RPM 5250 RPM
Torque 142 Nm 321 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 3500 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 9.0:1 9.7:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1270 kg 1542 kg
Vehicle Length 4490 mm 4770 mm
Vehicle Width 1630 mm 1880 mm
Vehicle Height 1490 mm 1410 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2620 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 38 L 60 L


 

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