Older version because when I tried to the controls I didn't have any problems. That's because I was aware of that issue and I have already fixed it.
I think you just need to find the good way to control your ship. Like I told you, you can start with a controller will be easier than keyboard. But the thing is you have ton control your inertia by boost at the opposite. To do so you need to make some little movements.
I now those physics makes the game complicated but this is the purpose of the game you will need 10 to 20 min to understand how ton control your ship.
There is no chance in my game so your comparison isn't relevant here.