1988 Chevrolet Beretta vs. 1978 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1988 Chevrolet Beretta is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Chevrolet Beretta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Chevrolet Beretta (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1978 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Chevrolet Beretta should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Chevrolet Beretta weights approximately 483 kg more than 1978 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, 1988 Chevrolet Beretta (146 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda Familia. (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 Chevrolet Beretta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Chevrolet Beretta | 1978 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Beretta | Familia |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1272 cc |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1287 kg | 804 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2270 mm |
