1990 Chevrolet Beretta vs. 1976 Lancia Beta
To start off, 1990 Chevrolet Beretta is newer by 14 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 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Chevrolet Beretta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Lancia Beta (100 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1990 Chevrolet Beretta. (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 1990 Chevrolet Beretta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Chevrolet Beretta weights approximately 251 kg more than 1976 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, 1990 Chevrolet Beretta (146 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Lancia Beta. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Chevrolet Beretta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Chevrolet Beretta | 1976 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lancia |
| Model | Beretta | Beta |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1287 kg | 1036 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 59 L |
