1968 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1990 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1990 Lancia Delta is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 6,998 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette (429 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 1990 Lancia Delta. (200 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1990 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 210 kg more than 1990 Lancia Delta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Lancia Delta is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette (635 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 324 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Lancia Delta. (311 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1968 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Chevrolet Corvette | 1990 Lancia Delta | |
Make | Chevrolet | Lancia |
Model | Corvette | Delta |
Year Released | 1968 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6998 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 429 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 635 Nm | 311 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2480 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 57 L |