1976 Lancia Beta vs. 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt (153 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1976 Lancia Beta. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt should accelerate faster than 1976 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt weights approximately 221 kg more than 1976 Lancia Beta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Lancia Beta 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 1976 Lancia Beta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt, 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, 1976 Lancia Beta (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt. (150 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1976 Lancia Beta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Lancia Beta | 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt | |
| Make | Lancia | Chevrolet |
| Model | Beta | Cobalt |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1261 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1730 mm |
