1961 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1984 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1984 Lancia Delta is newer by 23 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, 1961 Chevrolet Corvette (227 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1984 Lancia Delta. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1984 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 465 kg more than 1984 Lancia Delta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1961 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 1961 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Lancia Delta, 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, 1961 Chevrolet Corvette (407 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 302 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Lancia Delta. (105 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1961 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Chevrolet Corvette | 1984 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lancia |
| Model | Corvette | Delta |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4637 cc | 1302 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2480 mm |
