2000 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1963 Fiat Grand Break

To start off, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Fiat Grand Break. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Fiat Grand Break would be higher. At 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette (339 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 243 more horse power than 1963 Fiat Grand Break. (96 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1963 Fiat Grand Break. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 299 kg more than 1963 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, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette (483 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 341 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Fiat Grand Break. (142 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Fiat Grand Break.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Chevrolet Corvette 1963 Fiat Grand Break
Make Chevrolet Fiat
Model Corvette Grand Break
Year Released 2000 1963
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5665 cc 1793 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 339 HP 96 HP
Engine RPM 5400 RPM 5300 RPM
Torque 483 Nm 142 Nm
Torque RPM 4200 RPM 3000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1569 kg 1270 kg
Vehicle Length 4570 mm 4490 mm
Vehicle Width 1880 mm 1630 mm
Vehicle Height 1220 mm 1490 mm
Wheelbase Size 2850 mm 2660 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 117 L 37 L


 

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