1995 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1976 Lancia Beta
To start off, 1995 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 19 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 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Chevrolet Corvette (380 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 265 more horse power than 1976 Lancia Beta. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1976 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 410 kg more than 1976 Lancia Beta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 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 1995 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 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, 1995 Chevrolet Corvette (512 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 335 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Lancia Beta. (177 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1995 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Chevrolet Corvette | 1976 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lancia |
| Model | Corvette | Beta |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 380 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 512 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 90 mm |
| Top Speed | 262 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 59 L |
