1982 Austin Marina vs. 1963 Fiat Grand Break
To start off, 1982 Austin Marina is newer by 19 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 37 more horse power than 1982 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Fiat Grand Break should accelerate faster than 1982 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Fiat Grand Break weights approximately 388 kg more than 1982 Austin Marina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1963 Fiat Grand Break (142 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Austin Marina. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1963 Fiat Grand Break will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Austin Marina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Austin Marina | 1963 Fiat Grand Break | |
| Make | Austin | Fiat |
| Model | Marina | Grand Break |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1793 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 882 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2660 mm |
