1966 Fiat Grand Break vs. 1977 Holden Kingswood
To start off, 1977 Holden Kingswood is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Fiat Grand Break. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Fiat Grand Break would be higher. At 4,141 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Holden Kingswood is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Holden Kingswood (158 HP @ 4550 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1966 Fiat Grand Break. (96 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Holden Kingswood should accelerate faster than 1966 Fiat Grand Break. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Holden Kingswood weights approximately 108 kg more than 1966 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, 1977 Holden Kingswood (326 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Fiat Grand Break. (142 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1977 Holden Kingswood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Fiat Grand Break.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Fiat Grand Break | 1977 Holden Kingswood | |
| Make | Fiat | Holden |
| Model | Grand Break | Kingswood |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1795 cc | 4141 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4550 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 326 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1272 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2830 mm |
