1960 Abarth Coupe vs. 1990 Chevrolet Beretta
To start off, 1990 Chevrolet Beretta is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Abarth Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Abarth Coupe would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Chevrolet Beretta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Chevrolet Beretta (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1960 Abarth Coupe. (47 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Chevrolet Beretta should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Chevrolet Beretta weights approximately 697 kg more than 1960 Abarth Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 Abarth Coupe 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 1960 Abarth Coupe. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Chevrolet Beretta, 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, 1990 Chevrolet Beretta (146 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth Coupe. (57 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1990 Chevrolet Beretta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth Coupe | 1990 Chevrolet Beretta | |
| Make | Abarth | Chevrolet |
| Model | Coupe | Beretta |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 784 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 590 kg | 1287 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 68 L |
