1978 Lancia Beta vs. 1993 Opel Corsa
To start off, 1993 Opel Corsa is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Opel Corsa (109 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1978 Lancia Beta. (81 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1978 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Lancia Beta weights approximately 34 kg more than 1993 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, 1993 Opel Corsa (150 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Lancia Beta. (108 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1993 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Lancia Beta | 1993 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Lancia | Opel |
| Model | Beta | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2450 mm |
