1966 Fiat Grand Break vs. 1963 Fiat 1600
To start off, 1966 Fiat Grand Break is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Fiat 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Fiat 1600 would be higher. At 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Fiat Grand Break is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Fiat Grand Break (96 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1963 Fiat 1600. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Fiat Grand Break should accelerate faster than 1963 Fiat 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Fiat Grand Break weights approximately 247 kg more than 1963 Fiat 1600. 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, 1966 Fiat Grand Break (142 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Fiat 1600. (114 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1966 Fiat Grand Break will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Fiat 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Fiat Grand Break | 1963 Fiat 1600 | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Grand Break | 1600 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1795 cc | 1568 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1272 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
