1961 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1983 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1983 Lancia Delta is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 4,637 cc (8 cylinders), 1961 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Lancia Delta (250 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1961 Chevrolet Corvette. (227 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1961 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 100 kg more than 1983 Lancia Delta.
Because 1983 Lancia Delta is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 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, 1961 Chevrolet Corvette (407 Nm) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Lancia Delta. (290 Nm). This means 1961 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Chevrolet Corvette | 1983 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lancia |
| Model | Corvette | Delta |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4637 cc | 1759 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 7.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 59 L |
