1989 Chevrolet Beretta vs. 1981 Fiat 127
To start off, 1989 Chevrolet Beretta is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Fiat 127. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Fiat 127 would be higher. At 2,259 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Chevrolet Beretta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Chevrolet Beretta (180 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1981 Fiat 127. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Chevrolet Beretta should accelerate faster than 1981 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Chevrolet Beretta weights approximately 450 kg more than 1981 Fiat 127. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat 127. (76 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Chevrolet Beretta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Chevrolet Beretta | 1981 Fiat 127 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | Beretta | 127 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2259 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 76 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 76.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2230 mm |
