1990 Chevrolet Beretta vs. 1971 Riley 4
To start off, 1990 Chevrolet Beretta is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Riley 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Riley 4 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Chevrolet Beretta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Chevrolet Beretta (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1971 Riley 4. (67 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Chevrolet Beretta should accelerate faster than 1971 Riley 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Chevrolet Beretta weights approximately 139 kg more than 1971 Riley 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 Riley 4 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 1971 Riley 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1990 Chevrolet Beretta (146 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Riley 4. (121 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1990 Chevrolet Beretta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Riley 4.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Chevrolet Beretta | 1971 Riley 4 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Riley |
Model | Beretta | 4 |
Year Released | 1990 | 1971 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1622 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 121 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1287 kg | 1148 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 45 L |