1998 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1967 Lancia Fulvia

To start off, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Lancia Fulvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Lancia Fulvia would be higher. At 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette (345 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 258 more horse power than 1967 Lancia Fulvia. (87 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1967 Lancia Fulvia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 506 kg more than 1967 Lancia Fulvia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1998 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 1998 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1967 Lancia Fulvia, 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, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette (475 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 361 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Lancia Fulvia. (114 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Lancia Fulvia.

Compare all specifications:

1998 Chevrolet Corvette 1967 Lancia Fulvia
Make Chevrolet Lancia
Model Corvette Fulvia
Year Released 1998 1967
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5666 cc 1298 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 345 HP 87 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 475 Nm 114 Nm
Torque RPM 4400 RPM 4500 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.1:1 9.0:1
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1472 kg 966 kg
Vehicle Length 4570 mm 4100 mm
Vehicle Width 1880 mm 1580 mm
Vehicle Height 1220 mm 1210 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2320 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 72 L 38 L