1989 Chevrolet Beretta vs. 1990 Fiat Tempra
To start off, 1990 Fiat Tempra is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Chevrolet Beretta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Chevrolet Beretta 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 25 more horse power than 1990 Fiat Tempra. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Chevrolet Beretta should accelerate faster than 1990 Fiat Tempra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Chevrolet Beretta weights approximately 97 kg more than 1990 Fiat Tempra. 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 (244 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat Tempra. (140 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1989 Chevrolet Beretta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Fiat Tempra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Chevrolet Beretta | 1990 Fiat Tempra | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | Beretta | Tempra |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 1756 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 79.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1297 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2550 mm |
