2001 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1975 Lancia Beta
To start off, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 5,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette (385 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 266 more horse power than 1975 Lancia Beta. (119 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1975 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 373 kg more than 1975 Lancia Beta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 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 2001 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 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, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette (522 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 346 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Lancia Beta. (176 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chevrolet Corvette | 1975 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lancia |
| Model | Corvette | Beta |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5664 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.9 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 275 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1413 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 51 L |
