1998 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1961 Fiat Grand Break
To start off, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 37 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 5,737 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette (277 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1961 Fiat Grand Break. (115 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat Grand Break. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 282 kg more than 1961 Fiat Grand Break. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette (437 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat Grand Break. (188 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat Grand Break.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Chevrolet Corvette | 1961 Fiat Grand Break | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | Corvette | Grand Break |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5737 cc | 2279 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 277 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 437 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.1 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.9 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1572 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 37 L |
