2001 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1992 Lancia Hyena
To start off, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Lancia Hyena. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Lancia Hyena would be higher. At 5,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette (385 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1992 Lancia Hyena. (251 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1992 Lancia Hyena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 265 kg more than 1992 Lancia Hyena. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Lancia Hyena is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Lancia Hyena will offer significantly more control. 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, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette (522 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Lancia Hyena. (298 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Lancia Hyena.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chevrolet Corvette | 1992 Lancia Hyena | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lancia |
| Model | Corvette | Hyena |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5664 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.9 mm | 90 mm |
| Top Speed | 275 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1413 kg | 1148 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2480 mm |
