1956 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1989 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1989 Lancia Delta is newer by 33 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 45 more horse power than 1989 Lancia Delta. (200 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1989 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Lancia Delta weights approximately 64 kg more than 1956 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 1989 Lancia Delta is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Lancia Delta will offer significantly more control. 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 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Lancia Delta. (298 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1956 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Chevrolet Corvette | 1989 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lancia |
| Model | Corvette | Delta |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4638 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 245 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1227 kg | 1291 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 57 L |
