1990 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1981 Lancia Beta
To start off, 1990 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 5,727 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Chevrolet Corvette (641 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 541 more horse power than 1981 Lancia Beta. (100 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1981 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 504 kg more than 1981 Lancia Beta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 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 1990 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 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, 1990 Chevrolet Corvette (906 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 772 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Lancia Beta. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Chevrolet Corvette | 1981 Lancia Beta | |
Make | Chevrolet | Lancia |
Model | Corvette | Beta |
Year Released | 1990 | 1981 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5727 cc | 1585 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 641 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 906 Nm | 134 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1036 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1330 mm |