1979 Lancia Beta vs. 2013 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 34 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette (424 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 343 more horse power than 1979 Lancia Beta. (81 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1979 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 522 kg more than 1979 Lancia Beta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Chevrolet Corvette 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 2013 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Lancia Beta, 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, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette (637 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 529 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Lancia Beta. (108 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Lancia Beta | 2013 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Lancia | Chevrolet |
| Model | Beta | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 424 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 637 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 104 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 101 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1522 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1236 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2685 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 68 L |
