1996 Fiat Duna vs. 1962 Fiat Grand Break
To start off, 1996 Fiat Duna is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Fiat Grand Break. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Fiat Grand Break would be higher. At 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 Fiat Grand Break is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Fiat Grand Break (96 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Duna. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Fiat Grand Break should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Duna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Fiat Grand Break weights approximately 385 kg more than 1996 Fiat Duna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 Fiat Grand Break is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1962 Fiat Grand Break. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Duna, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1962 Fiat Grand Break (142 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Duna. (141 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1962 Fiat Grand Break will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Duna.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Duna | 1962 Fiat Grand Break | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Duna | Grand Break |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2660 mm |
