1956 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1966 Fiat Grand Break
To start off, 1966 Fiat Grand Break is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 4,638 cc (8 cylinders), 1956 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Chevrolet Corvette (245 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1966 Fiat Grand Break. (96 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1966 Fiat Grand Break. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Fiat Grand Break weights approximately 45 kg more than 1956 Chevrolet Corvette.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1956 Chevrolet Corvette (393 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Fiat Grand Break. (142 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1956 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Fiat Grand Break.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Chevrolet Corvette | 1966 Fiat Grand Break | |
Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
Model | Corvette | Grand Break |
Year Released | 1956 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4638 cc | 1795 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 245 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1227 kg | 1272 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 70 L |