1987 Chevrolet Beretta vs. 1976 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1987 Chevrolet Beretta is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mazda Familia 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 55 more horse power than 1976 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Chevrolet Beretta should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Chevrolet Beretta weights approximately 430 kg more than 1976 Mazda Familia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Chevrolet Beretta (217 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda Familia. (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1987 Chevrolet Beretta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Chevrolet Beretta | 1976 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Beretta | Familia |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2843 cc | 1272 cc |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2270 mm |
