1998 Lancia Zeta vs. 2012 Chevrolet Corvette

To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Lancia Zeta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Lancia Zeta would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette (430 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 285 more horse power than 1998 Lancia Zeta. (145 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1998 Lancia Zeta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Lancia Zeta weights approximately 189 kg more than 2012 Chevrolet Corvette.

Because 2012 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 2012 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Lancia Zeta, 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, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette (574 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 339 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lancia Zeta. (235 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lancia Zeta.

Compare all specifications:

1998 Lancia Zeta 2012 Chevrolet Corvette
Make Lancia Chevrolet
Model Zeta Corvette
Year Released 1998 2012
Body Type Minivan Convertible
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1998 cc 6200 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 145 HP 430 HP
Engine RPM 5300 RPM 5900 RPM
Torque 235 Nm 574 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 4600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual 6-speed manual
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1650 kg 1461 kg
Vehicle Length 4480 mm 4435 mm
Vehicle Width 1840 mm 1844 mm
Vehicle Height 1720 mm 1247 mm
Wheelbase Size 2830 mm 2685 mm


 

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