1989 Chevrolet Beretta vs. 1967 Fiat 2300
To start off, 1989 Chevrolet Beretta is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Fiat 2300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Fiat 2300 would be higher. At 2,277 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Fiat 2300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Chevrolet Beretta (180 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1967 Fiat 2300. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Chevrolet Beretta should accelerate faster than 1967 Fiat 2300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Fiat 2300 weights approximately 25 kg more than 1989 Chevrolet Beretta.
Because 1967 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 1967 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 (217 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Fiat 2300. (179 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Chevrolet Beretta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Fiat 2300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Chevrolet Beretta | 1967 Fiat 2300 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | Beretta | 2300 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1967 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2259 cc | 2277 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 70 L |
