1965 Fiat Grand Break vs. 2009 Ford E-250

To start off, 2009 Ford E-250 is newer by 44 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 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford E-250 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1965 Fiat Grand Break. (96 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford E-250 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 304 kg more than 2009 Ford E-250.

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, 2009 Ford E-250 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Fiat Grand Break. (142 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford E-250 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 2009 Ford E-250
Make Fiat Ford
Model Grand Break E-250
Year Released 1965 2009
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1795 cc 4606 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 96 HP 225 HP
Engine RPM 5300 RPM 4800 RPM
Torque 142 Nm 388 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 3500 RPM
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1270 kg 966 kg
Vehicle Length 4490 mm 6030 mm
Vehicle Width 1630 mm 2020 mm
Vehicle Height 1490 mm 2140 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 3510 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 38 L 132 L


 

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