1991 Chevrolet Beretta vs. 1974 Mazda 616
To start off, 1991 Chevrolet Beretta is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mazda 616 would be higher. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Chevrolet Beretta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Chevrolet Beretta (138 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1974 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Chevrolet Beretta should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Chevrolet Beretta weights approximately 342 kg more than 1974 Mazda 616. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1991 Chevrolet Beretta (251 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1991 Chevrolet Beretta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Chevrolet Beretta | 1974 Mazda 616 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Beretta | 616 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1254 kg | 912 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2480 mm |
