1996 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1963 Fiat Grand Break
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 33 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 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Suburban (247 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1963 Fiat Grand Break. (96 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1963 Fiat Grand Break. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 830 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.
Because 1996 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Fiat Grand Break. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Suburban will offer significantly more control. 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, 1996 Chevrolet Suburban (455 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 313 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Fiat Grand Break. (142 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Fiat Grand Break.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Suburban | 1963 Fiat Grand Break | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | Suburban | Grand Break |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1793 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 455 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3350 mm | 2660 mm |
