1963 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1998 Lancia Kappa
To start off, 1998 Lancia Kappa is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1963 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Chevrolet Corvette (247 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1998 Lancia Kappa. (202 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1998 Lancia Kappa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Lancia Kappa weights approximately 175 kg more than 1963 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 1963 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 1963 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1963 Chevrolet Corvette (475 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lancia Kappa. (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1963 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lancia Kappa.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Chevrolet Corvette | 1998 Lancia Kappa | |
Make | Chevrolet | Lancia |
Model | Corvette | Kappa |
Year Released | 1963 | 1998 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5354 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2710 mm |