1957 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1994 Lancia Kappa
To start off, 1994 Lancia Kappa is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 4,638 cc (8 cylinders), 1957 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Chevrolet Corvette (230 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1994 Lancia Kappa. (175 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1994 Lancia Kappa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Lancia Kappa weights approximately 74 kg more than 1957 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 1957 Chevrolet Corvette 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 1957 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Lancia Kappa, 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, 1957 Chevrolet Corvette (407 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Lancia Kappa. (230 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1957 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Lancia Kappa.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Chevrolet Corvette | 1994 Lancia Kappa | |
Make | Chevrolet | Lancia |
Model | Corvette | Kappa |
Year Released | 1957 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4638 cc | 2446 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 98.4 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 90.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 214 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1376 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 70 L |