1977 Lancia Scorpion vs. 1984 Vauxhall Chevette
To start off, 1984 Vauxhall Chevette is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Lancia Scorpion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Lancia Scorpion would be higher. At 1,756 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Lancia Scorpion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Lancia Scorpion (79 HP) has 23 more horse power than 1984 Vauxhall Chevette. (56 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Lancia Scorpion should accelerate faster than 1984 Vauxhall Chevette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Lancia Scorpion weights approximately 220 kg more than 1984 Vauxhall Chevette. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1977 Lancia Scorpion (121 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Vauxhall Chevette. (92 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1977 Lancia Scorpion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Vauxhall Chevette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Lancia Scorpion | 1984 Vauxhall Chevette | |
| Make | Lancia | Vauxhall |
| Model | Scorpion | Chevette |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1756 cc | 1256 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 56 HP |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.2 mm | 61 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2400 mm |
