1972 Chevrolet Chevelle vs. 2002 Holden Berlina
To start off, 2002 Holden Berlina is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle would be higher. At 4,097 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Holden Berlina (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle. (110 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Holden Berlina should accelerate faster than 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Holden Berlina weights approximately 89 kg more than 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2002 Holden Berlina (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle. (251 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2002 Holden Berlina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle | 2002 Holden Berlina | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Holden |
| Model | Chevelle | Berlina |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4097 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1483 kg | 1572 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2800 mm |
