1990 BMW 316 vs. 1961 Fiat Grand Break
To start off, 1990 BMW 316 is newer by 29 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 15 more horse power than 1990 BMW 316. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Fiat Grand Break should accelerate faster than 1990 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Fiat Grand Break weights approximately 210 kg more than 1990 BMW 316. 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 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 BMW 316. (141 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1961 Fiat Grand Break will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 BMW 316 | 1961 Fiat Grand Break | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 316 | Grand Break |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 2279 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 37 L |
