2003 Fiat Punto vs. 1963 Fiat Grand Break

To start off, 2003 Fiat Punto is newer by 40 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 1,793 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Fiat Grand Break is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Fiat Grand Break (96 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Punto. (71 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Fiat Grand Break should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Fiat Grand Break weights approximately 305 kg more than 2003 Fiat Punto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1963 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 1963 Fiat Grand Break. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Fiat Punto, 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, 2003 Fiat Punto (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Fiat Grand Break. (142 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Fiat Grand Break.

Compare all specifications:

2003 Fiat Punto 1963 Fiat Grand Break
Make Fiat Fiat
Model Punto Grand Break
Year Released 2003 1963
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1251 cc 1793 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 71 HP 96 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5300 RPM
Torque 180 Nm 142 Nm
Torque RPM 1750 RPM 3000 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 18.1:1 9.2:1
Drive Type Front Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 965 kg 1270 kg
Vehicle Length 3850 mm 4490 mm
Vehicle Width 1670 mm 1630 mm
Vehicle Height 1490 mm 1490 mm
Wheelbase Size 2470 mm 2660 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 49 L 37 L


 

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