1964 Fiat Grand Break vs. 2001 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2001 Opel Corsa is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Fiat Grand Break. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Fiat Grand Break would be higher. At 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 1964 Fiat Grand Break is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Fiat Grand Break (96 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2001 Opel Corsa. (58 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Fiat Grand Break should accelerate faster than 2001 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Fiat Grand Break weights approximately 365 kg more than 2001 Opel Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1964 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 1964 Fiat Grand Break. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Opel Corsa, 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, 1964 Fiat Grand Break (142 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Opel Corsa. (88 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1964 Fiat Grand Break will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Fiat Grand Break | 2001 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | Grand Break | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1795 cc | 997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2500 mm |
