1970 Austin 1800 vs. 1961 Fiat Grand Break
To start off, 1970 Austin 1800 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 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Austin 1800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Fiat Grand Break (96 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1970 Austin 1800. (86 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Fiat Grand Break should accelerate faster than 1970 Austin 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Fiat Grand Break weights approximately 80 kg more than 1970 Austin 1800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1961 Fiat Grand Break (142 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Austin 1800. (140 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1961 Fiat Grand Break will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Austin 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Austin 1800 | 1961 Fiat Grand Break | |
| Make | Austin | Fiat |
| Model | 1800 | Grand Break |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 37 L |
