1959 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2006 Lancia Lybra
To start off, 2006 Lancia Lybra is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 4,636 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Chevrolet Corvette (227 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2006 Lancia Lybra. (149 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2006 Lancia Lybra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lancia Lybra weights approximately 65 kg more than 1959 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 1959 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 1959 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Lancia Lybra, 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, 1959 Chevrolet Corvette (407 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lancia Lybra. (181 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1959 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lancia Lybra.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Chevrolet Corvette | 2006 Lancia Lybra | |
Make | Chevrolet | Lancia |
Model | Corvette | Lybra |
Year Released | 1959 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4636 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 149 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 98.4 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 75.7 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1465 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2600 mm |