1989 Chevrolet Beretta vs. 1977 Seat 124
To start off, 1989 Chevrolet Beretta is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Seat 124 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 23 more horse power than 1977 Seat 124. (112 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Chevrolet Beretta should accelerate faster than 1977 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Chevrolet Beretta weights approximately 317 kg more than 1977 Seat 124. 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 @ 3600 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Seat 124. (151 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Chevrolet Beretta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Chevrolet Beretta | 1977 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Seat |
| Model | Beretta | 124 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 1755 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1297 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2430 mm |
