1969 Chevrolet Impala vs. 2000 Holden Berlina

To start off, 2000 Holden Berlina is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Chevrolet Impala. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Chevrolet Impala would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Holden Berlina (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1969 Chevrolet Impala. (166 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Holden Berlina should accelerate faster than 1969 Chevrolet Impala. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Chevrolet Impala weights approximately 255 kg more than 2000 Holden Berlina.

Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1969 Chevrolet Impala (387 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Holden Berlina. (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1969 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Holden Berlina.

Compare all specifications:

1969 Chevrolet Impala 2000 Holden Berlina
Make Chevrolet Holden
Model Impala Berlina
Year Released 1969 2000
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5733 cc 3791 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 166 HP 204 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 387 Nm 305 Nm
Torque RPM 2400 RPM 3600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1895 kg 1640 kg
Vehicle Length 5600 mm 5090 mm
Vehicle Width 2030 mm 1850 mm
Vehicle Height 1370 mm 1550 mm
Wheelbase Size 3100 mm 2950 mm


 

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