2004 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1997 Lancia Zeta
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Lancia Zeta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Lancia Zeta would be higher. At 5,968 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 250 more horse power than 1997 Lancia Zeta. (145 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1997 Lancia Zeta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Lancia Zeta weights approximately 210 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2004 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 2004 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (542 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 307 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Lancia Zeta. (235 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Lancia Zeta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Corvette | 1997 Lancia Zeta | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lancia |
| Model | Corvette | Zeta |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5968 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2830 mm |
