1989 Chevrolet Beretta vs. 1963 Ford Zodiac
To start off, 1989 Chevrolet Beretta is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Ford Zodiac. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Ford Zodiac 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 27 more horse power than 1963 Ford Zodiac. (108 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Chevrolet Beretta should accelerate faster than 1963 Ford Zodiac. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Chevrolet Beretta weights approximately 27 kg more than 1963 Ford Zodiac. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1963 Ford Zodiac 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 Ford Zodiac. 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 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Ford Zodiac. (191 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1989 Chevrolet Beretta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Ford Zodiac.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Chevrolet Beretta | 1963 Ford Zodiac | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Beretta | Zodiac |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 2553 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 161 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1297 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2780 mm |
