1991 Holden Barina vs. 1988 Chevrolet Beretta
To start off, 1991 Holden Barina is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Chevrolet Beretta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Chevrolet Beretta would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Chevrolet Beretta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Chevrolet Beretta (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1991 Holden Barina. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Chevrolet Beretta should accelerate faster than 1991 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Chevrolet Beretta weights approximately 507 kg more than 1991 Holden Barina. 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, 1988 Chevrolet Beretta (146 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Holden Barina. (102 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Chevrolet Beretta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Holden Barina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Holden Barina | 1988 Chevrolet Beretta | |
| Make | Holden | Chevrolet |
| Model | Barina | Beretta |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1287 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2740 mm |
