1968 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1996 Lancia Zeta
To start off, 1996 Lancia Zeta is newer by 28 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 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1996 Lancia Zeta. (145 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1996 Lancia Zeta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lancia Zeta weights approximately 200 kg more than 1968 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 1968 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 1968 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Lancia Zeta, 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, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Lancia Zeta. (235 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1968 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Lancia Zeta.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Chevrolet Corvette | 1996 Lancia Zeta | |
Make | Chevrolet | Lancia |
Model | Corvette | Zeta |
Year Released | 1968 | 1996 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5354 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 235 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2830 mm |