1958 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1990 Lancia Dedra
To start off, 1990 Lancia Dedra is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 4,637 cc (8 cylinders), 1958 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Chevrolet Corvette (227 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1990 Lancia Dedra. (90 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1990 Lancia Dedra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 347 kg more than 1990 Lancia Dedra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 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 1958 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Lancia Dedra, 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, 1958 Chevrolet Corvette (407 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Lancia Dedra. (129 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1958 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Lancia Dedra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Chevrolet Corvette | 1990 Lancia Dedra | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lancia |
| Model | Corvette | Dedra |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4637 cc | 1581 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.4 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 67.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1404 kg | 1057 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2550 mm |
