1958 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1994 Lancia Kappa
To start off, 1994 Lancia Kappa is newer by 36 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 22 more horse power than 1994 Lancia Kappa. (205 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 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 76 kg more than 1958 Chevrolet Corvette.
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, 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, 1958 Chevrolet Corvette (407 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Lancia Kappa. (299 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1958 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Lancia Kappa.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Chevrolet Corvette | 1994 Lancia Kappa | |
Make | Chevrolet | Lancia |
Model | Corvette | Kappa |
Year Released | 1958 | 1994 |
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 | 205 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 299 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 98.4 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 90 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1404 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2710 mm |