1990 Chevrolet Corsica vs. 1982 Lancia Beta
To start off, 1990 Chevrolet Corsica is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Lancia Beta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Lancia Beta (122 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1990 Chevrolet Corsica. (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 1990 Chevrolet Corsica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Chevrolet Corsica weights approximately 140 kg more than 1982 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, 1982 Lancia Beta (175 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Chevrolet Corsica. (146 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1982 Lancia Beta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Chevrolet Corsica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Chevrolet Corsica | 1982 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lancia |
| Model | Corsica | Beta |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 51 L |
