1968 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2006 Lancia Lybra
To start off, 2006 Lancia Lybra is newer by 38 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 5,360 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette (191 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2006 Lancia Lybra. (129 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2006 Lancia Lybra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lancia Lybra weights approximately 5 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, 2006 Lancia Lybra, 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 (500 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 344 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lancia Lybra. (156 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1968 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lancia Lybra.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Chevrolet Corvette | 2006 Lancia Lybra | |
Make | Chevrolet | Lancia |
Model | Corvette | Lybra |
Year Released | 1968 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5360 cc | 1747 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 191 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 156 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1415 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2600 mm |