1977 Lancia Beta vs. 2007 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2007 Opel Corsa is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 1,686 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Lancia Beta (81 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2007 Opel Corsa. (74 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Corsa weights approximately 170 kg more than 1977 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, 2007 Opel Corsa (165 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Lancia Beta. (108 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Lancia Beta | 2007 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Lancia | Opel |
| Model | Beta | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1686 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 164 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.1 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 50 L |
