1991 Chevrolet Beretta vs. 1966 Vauxhall Viscount
To start off, 1991 Chevrolet Beretta is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Vauxhall Viscount. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Vauxhall Viscount would be higher. At 3,294 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Vauxhall Viscount is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Vauxhall Viscount (122 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1991 Chevrolet Beretta. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Vauxhall Viscount should accelerate faster than 1991 Chevrolet Beretta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Vauxhall Viscount weights approximately 93 kg more than 1991 Chevrolet Beretta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1966 Vauxhall Viscount 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 1966 Vauxhall Viscount. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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, 1966 Vauxhall Viscount (241 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Chevrolet Beretta. (146 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1966 Vauxhall Viscount will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Chevrolet Beretta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Chevrolet Beretta | 1966 Vauxhall Viscount | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Vauxhall |
| Model | Beretta | Viscount |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 3294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1287 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2740 mm |
