1979 Lancia Beta vs. 1990 Opel Corsa
To start off, 1990 Opel Corsa is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Lancia Beta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Lancia Beta (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1990 Opel Corsa. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 1990 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Lancia Beta weights approximately 270 kg more than 1990 Opel Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 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 1979 Lancia Beta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Opel Corsa, 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, 1979 Lancia Beta (171 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Opel Corsa. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1979 Lancia Beta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Lancia Beta | 1990 Opel Corsa | |
Make | Lancia | Opel |
Model | Beta | Corsa |
Year Released | 1979 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 171 Nm | 68 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.2:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 770 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 3630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 70 L |