1991 Chevrolet Beretta vs. 1996 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 1996 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Chevrolet Beretta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Chevrolet Beretta would be higher. At 2,187 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Chevrolet Beretta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Chevrolet Beretta (108 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1996 Daihatsu Charade. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Chevrolet Beretta should accelerate faster than 1996 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Chevrolet Beretta weights approximately 325 kg more than 1996 Daihatsu Charade. 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, 1991 Chevrolet Beretta (176 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Daihatsu Charade. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 Chevrolet Beretta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Chevrolet Beretta | 1996 Daihatsu Charade | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Daihatsu |
| Model | Beretta | Charade |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2187 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2400 mm |
