1988 Chevrolet Beretta vs. 2005 Toyota Vitz
To start off, 2005 Toyota Vitz is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Chevrolet Beretta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Chevrolet Beretta would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Chevrolet Beretta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Vitz (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1988 Chevrolet Beretta. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Vitz should accelerate faster than 1988 Chevrolet Beretta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Chevrolet Beretta weights approximately 237 kg more than 2005 Toyota Vitz.
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, 1988 Chevrolet Beretta (146 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Vitz. (141 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1988 Chevrolet Beretta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Vitz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Chevrolet Beretta | 2005 Toyota Vitz | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Beretta | Vitz |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1287 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 42 L |
