1975 Lancia Beta vs. 2006 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2006 Opel Corsa is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Lancia Beta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Lancia Beta (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2006 Opel Corsa. (100 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Corsa.
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, 2006 Opel Corsa (240 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Lancia Beta. (175 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Lancia Beta | 2006 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Lancia | Opel |
| Model | Beta | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1686 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.1 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |
