1987 Chevrolet Beretta vs. 1978 Renault 4
To start off, 1987 Chevrolet Beretta is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Renault 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Renault 4 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 95 more horse power than 1978 Renault 4. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Chevrolet Beretta should accelerate faster than 1978 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Chevrolet Beretta weights approximately 534 kg more than 1978 Renault 4. 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 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Renault 4. (62 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1987 Chevrolet Beretta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Renault 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Chevrolet Beretta | 1978 Renault 4 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Beretta | 4 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2843 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 62 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 696 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2410 mm |
