1985 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1969 Lancia Flavia
To start off, 1985 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Lancia Flavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Lancia Flavia would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Chevrolet Corvette (230 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1969 Lancia Flavia. (142 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1969 Lancia Flavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 298 kg more than 1969 Lancia Flavia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 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 1985 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1969 Lancia Flavia, 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, 1985 Chevrolet Corvette (448 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lancia Flavia. (193 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1985 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Lancia Flavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Chevrolet Corvette | 1969 Lancia Flavia | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lancia |
| Model | Corvette | Flavia |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 448 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1370 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2650 mm |
