1971 Chrysler Newport vs. 1999 Holden Berlina
To start off, 1999 Holden Berlina is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Chrysler Newport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Chrysler Newport would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Chrysler Newport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Holden Berlina (229 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1971 Chrysler Newport. (173 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Holden Berlina should accelerate faster than 1971 Chrysler Newport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Chrysler Newport weights approximately 275 kg more than 1999 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, 1971 Chrysler Newport (387 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Holden Berlina. (375 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1971 Chrysler Newport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Holden Berlina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Chrysler Newport | 1999 Holden Berlina | |
| Make | Chrysler | Holden |
| Model | Newport | Berlina |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 229 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 375 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2950 mm |
