1973 Fiat 500 vs. 1961 Fiat Grand Break
To start off, 1973 Fiat 500 is newer by 12 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 @ 5300 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 500. (18 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Fiat Grand Break should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Fiat Grand Break weights approximately 765 kg more than 1973 Fiat 500. 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 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 500. (37 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1961 Fiat Grand Break will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Fiat 500 | 1961 Fiat Grand Break | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | 500 | Grand Break |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 594 cc | 2279 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 37 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 525 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2660 mm |
