1986 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1963 Fiat Grand Break
To start off, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 23 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 5,338 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (370 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 274 more horse power than 1963 Fiat Grand Break. (96 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1963 Fiat Grand Break. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 550 kg more than 1963 Fiat Grand Break. 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, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (510 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 368 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Fiat Grand Break. (142 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Fiat Grand Break.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1963 Fiat Grand Break | |
Make | Aston Martin | Fiat |
Model | V8 Vantage | Grand Break |
Year Released | 1986 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5338 cc | 1793 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 370 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 510 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 37 L |