1998 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1961 Fiat Grand Break
To start off, 1998 Cadillac Eldorado is newer by 37 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 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Cadillac Eldorado (301 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1961 Fiat Grand Break. (115 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat Grand Break. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 475 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, 1998 Cadillac Eldorado (405 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat Grand Break. (188 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat Grand Break.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Cadillac Eldorado | 1961 Fiat Grand Break | |
| Make | Cadillac | Fiat |
| Model | Eldorado | Grand Break |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 2279 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 405 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 37 L |
