1971 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1961 Fiat Grand Break
To start off, 1971 Alfa Romeo Giulia is newer by 10 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, 1961 Fiat Grand Break (115 HP) has 34 more horse power than 1971 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (81 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Fiat Grand Break should accelerate faster than 1971 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Fiat Grand Break weights approximately 242 kg more than 1971 Alfa Romeo Giulia. 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 (188 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (104 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1961 Fiat Grand Break will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1961 Fiat Grand Break | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
| Model | Giulia | Grand Break |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 2279 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 115 HP |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 37 L |
