2001 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1973 Lancia Beta
To start off, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 5,970 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 295 more horse power than 1973 Lancia Beta. (100 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1973 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 750 kg more than 1973 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, 1973 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 (543 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 408 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Lancia Beta. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chevrolet Corvette | 1973 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lancia |
| Model | Corvette | Beta |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5970 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 543 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 295 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 51 L |
