1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1961 Fiat Grand Break
To start off, 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 26 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 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (370 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 255 more horse power than 1961 Fiat Grand Break. (115 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat Grand Break. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 530 kg more than 1961 Fiat Grand Break. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (510 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 322 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat Grand Break. (188 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat Grand Break.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1961 Fiat Grand Break | |
Make | Aston Martin | Fiat |
Model | V8 Vantage | Grand Break |
Year Released | 1987 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 2279 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 370 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 510 Nm | 188 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100.1 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.1 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 37 L |