1973 Lancia Beta vs. 2005 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2005 Opel Corsa is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 1,698 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Lancia Beta (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2005 Opel Corsa. (99 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Corsa weights approximately 255 kg more than 1973 Lancia Beta.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 Opel Corsa (240 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Lancia Beta. (129 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Lancia Beta | 2005 Opel Corsa | |
Make | Lancia | Opel |
Model | Beta | Corsa |
Year Released | 1973 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1585 cc | 1698 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 129 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 182 km/hour | 183 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1245 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 4.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 44 L |