2008 Citroen C3 vs. 1961 Fiat Grand Break
To start off, 2008 Citroen C3 is newer by 47 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 28 more horse power than 2008 Citroen C3. (87 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Fiat Grand Break should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Fiat Grand Break weights approximately 164 kg more than 2008 Citroen C3. 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 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen C3. (133 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1961 Fiat Grand Break will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen C3 | 1961 Fiat Grand Break | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | C3 | Grand Break |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1358 cc | 2279 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1126 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 37 L |
