1983 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1965 Fiat Grand Break
To start off, 1983 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Fiat Grand Break. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Fiat Grand Break would be higher. At 3,753 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Chevrolet Caprice (114 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1965 Fiat Grand Break. (96 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1965 Fiat Grand Break. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 310 kg more than 1965 Fiat Grand Break. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1983 Chevrolet Caprice (237 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Fiat Grand Break. (142 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Fiat Grand Break.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Chevrolet Caprice | 1965 Fiat Grand Break | |
Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
Model | Caprice | Grand Break |
Year Released | 1983 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3753 cc | 1795 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 237 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2660 mm |