2006 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1998 Lancia Zeta
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 8 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 6,996 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette (500 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 355 more horse power than 1998 Lancia Zeta. (145 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 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 572 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2006 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 2006 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, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette (644 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 409 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lancia Zeta. (235 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lancia Zeta.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Corvette | 1998 Lancia Zeta | |
Make | Chevrolet | Lancia |
Model | Corvette | Zeta |
Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6996 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 644 Nm | 235 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 1650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2830 mm |