1970 Alfa Romeo Junior vs. 1962 Fiat Grand Break
To start off, 1970 Alfa Romeo Junior is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Fiat Grand Break. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Fiat Grand Break would be higher. At 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 Fiat Grand Break is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Fiat Grand Break (96 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1970 Alfa Romeo Junior. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Fiat Grand Break should accelerate faster than 1970 Alfa Romeo Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Fiat Grand Break weights approximately 300 kg more than 1970 Alfa Romeo Junior. 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, 1962 Fiat Grand Break (142 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Alfa Romeo Junior. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1962 Fiat Grand Break will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Alfa Romeo Junior.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Alfa Romeo Junior | 1962 Fiat Grand Break | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
Model | Junior | Grand Break |
Year Released | 1970 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1795 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2660 mm |