1966 Fiat Grand Break vs. 2009 Honda Accord
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 43 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 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Accord (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1966 Fiat Grand Break. (96 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1966 Fiat Grand Break. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Accord weights approximately 432 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.
Because 1966 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 1966 Fiat Grand Break. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord, 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, 2009 Honda Accord (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Fiat Grand Break. (142 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Accord 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 | 2009 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | Grand Break | Accord |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1795 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 16.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1272 kg | 1704 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 65 L |
