1958 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1990 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1990 Lancia Delta 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 27 more horse power than 1990 Lancia Delta. (200 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1990 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 154 kg more than 1990 Lancia Delta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Lancia Delta is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1958 Chevrolet Corvette (407 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Lancia Delta. (311 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1958 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Chevrolet Corvette | 1990 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lancia |
| Model | Corvette | Delta |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4637 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.4 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1404 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2480 mm |
