1976 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2012 Lancia Thema
To start off, 2012 Lancia Thema is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 6,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Lancia Thema is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lancia Thema (465 HP) has 285 more horse power than 1976 Chevrolet Corvette. (180 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lancia Thema should accelerate faster than 1976 Chevrolet Corvette.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2012 Lancia Thema (630 Nm) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Chevrolet Corvette. (346 Nm). This means 2012 Lancia Thema will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Chevrolet Corvette. 2012 Lancia Thema has automatic transmission and 1976 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 1976 Chevrolet Corvette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Lancia Thema will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Chevrolet Corvette | 2012 Lancia Thema | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lancia |
| Model | Corvette | Thema |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5765 cc | 6400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 465 HP |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 630 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 5088 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1885 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1478 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3053 mm |
