1989 Chevrolet Beretta vs. 1963 Lancia Appia
To start off, 1989 Chevrolet Beretta is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Lancia Appia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Lancia Appia would be higher. At 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Chevrolet Beretta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Chevrolet Beretta (180 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1963 Lancia Appia. (52 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Chevrolet Beretta should accelerate faster than 1963 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Chevrolet Beretta weights approximately 300 kg more than 1963 Lancia Appia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1963 Lancia Appia 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 Lancia Appia. 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 (217 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Lancia Appia. (87 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1989 Chevrolet Beretta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Chevrolet Beretta | 1963 Lancia Appia | |
Make | Chevrolet | Lancia |
Model | Beretta | Appia |
Year Released | 1989 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2260 cc | 1090 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 52 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 87 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 42 L |