1983 Austin Ambassador vs. 1987 Chevrolet Beretta
To start off, 1987 Chevrolet Beretta is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Austin Ambassador. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Austin Ambassador would be higher. At 2,843 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Chevrolet Beretta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Chevrolet Beretta (129 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1983 Austin Ambassador. (83 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Chevrolet Beretta should accelerate faster than 1983 Austin Ambassador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Chevrolet Beretta weights approximately 25 kg more than 1983 Austin Ambassador. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 1987 Chevrolet Beretta (217 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Austin Ambassador. (131 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1987 Chevrolet Beretta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Austin Ambassador.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Austin Ambassador | 1987 Chevrolet Beretta | |
| Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
| Model | Ambassador | Beretta |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1698 cc | 2843 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2630 mm |
