2000 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1996 Lancia Zeta
To start off, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Lancia Zeta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Lancia Zeta would be higher. At 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette (350 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1996 Lancia Zeta. (145 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1996 Lancia Zeta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lancia Zeta weights approximately 136 kg more than 2000 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2000 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 2000 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette (488 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Lancia Zeta. (235 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Lancia Zeta.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Chevrolet Corvette | 1996 Lancia Zeta | |
Make | Chevrolet | Lancia |
Model | Corvette | Zeta |
Year Released | 2000 | 1996 |
Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5666 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 235 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1514 kg | 1650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2830 mm |