1989 Chevrolet Beretta vs. 1963 Fiat 2300
To start off, 1989 Chevrolet Beretta is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Fiat 2300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Fiat 2300 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 31 more horse power than 1963 Fiat 2300. (104 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Chevrolet Beretta should accelerate faster than 1963 Fiat 2300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Fiat 2300 weights approximately 13 kg more than 1989 Chevrolet Beretta.
Because 1963 Fiat 2300 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 1963 Fiat 2300. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 1989 Chevrolet Beretta (244 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Fiat 2300. (167 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1989 Chevrolet Beretta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Fiat 2300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Chevrolet Beretta | 1963 Fiat 2300 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | Beretta | 2300 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1963 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 2279 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1297 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2660 mm |
