1970 Alpine A 110 vs. 1961 Fiat Grand Break
To start off, 1970 Alpine A 110 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat Grand Break. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat Grand Break would be higher. At 2,279 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Fiat Grand Break is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Alpine A 110 (118 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1961 Fiat Grand Break. (115 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Alpine A 110 should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat Grand Break. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Fiat Grand Break weights approximately 660 kg more than 1970 Alpine A 110.
Let's talk about torque, 1961 Fiat Grand Break (188 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Alpine A 110. (122 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1961 Fiat Grand Break will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Alpine A 110.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Alpine A 110 | 1961 Fiat Grand Break | |
| Make | Alpine | Fiat |
| Model | A 110 | Grand Break |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 2279 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.7 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 37 L |
