1989 Chevrolet Beretta vs. 1961 Simca 1000
To start off, 1989 Chevrolet Beretta is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Simca 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Simca 1000 would be higher. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Chevrolet Beretta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Chevrolet Beretta (135 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1961 Simca 1000. (51 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Chevrolet Beretta should accelerate faster than 1961 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Chevrolet Beretta weights approximately 567 kg more than 1961 Simca 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Chevrolet Beretta (244 Nm) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Simca 1000. (73 Nm). This means 1989 Chevrolet Beretta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Chevrolet Beretta | 1961 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Simca |
| Model | Beretta | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1961 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 65 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1297 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2230 mm |
