1996 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1977 Lancia Beta
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 5,737 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette (277 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 1977 Lancia Beta. (81 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1977 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 620 kg more than 1977 Lancia Beta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 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 1996 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1977 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, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette (437 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 329 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Lancia Beta. (108 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Corvette | 1977 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lancia |
| Model | Corvette | Beta |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1977 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5737 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 277 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 437 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 49 L |
