1987 Chevrolet Beretta vs. 2000 Mazda Familia
To start off, 2000 Mazda Familia is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Chevrolet Beretta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Chevrolet Beretta 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 23 more horse power than 2000 Mazda Familia. (106 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Chevrolet Beretta should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Chevrolet Beretta weights approximately 405 kg more than 2000 Mazda Familia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Mazda Familia is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Mazda Familia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Chevrolet Beretta, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda Familia. (134 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Chevrolet Beretta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Chevrolet Beretta | 2000 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Beretta | Familia |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2843 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2270 mm |
