1974 BMW Touring vs. 1963 Fiat Grand Break
To start off, 1974 BMW Touring is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Fiat Grand Break. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Fiat Grand Break would be higher. At 1,793 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Fiat Grand Break is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Fiat Grand Break (96 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1974 BMW Touring. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Fiat Grand Break should accelerate faster than 1974 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Fiat Grand Break weights approximately 240 kg more than 1974 BMW Touring. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1963 Fiat Grand Break (142 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 BMW Touring. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1963 Fiat Grand Break will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
1974 BMW Touring | 1963 Fiat Grand Break | |
Make | BMW | Fiat |
Model | Touring | Grand Break |
Year Released | 1974 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1572 cc | 1793 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 9.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2660 mm |