1992 Chevrolet Beretta vs. 1971 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1992 Chevrolet Beretta is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,259 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Chevrolet Beretta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Chevrolet Beretta (180 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1971 Toyota Corolla. (51 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Chevrolet Beretta should accelerate faster than 1971 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Chevrolet Beretta weights approximately 558 kg more than 1971 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 Toyota Corolla 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 Toyota Corolla. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, 1992 Chevrolet Beretta (217 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Toyota Corolla. (85 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1992 Chevrolet Beretta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Chevrolet Beretta | 1971 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Beretta | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2259 cc | 1070 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1268 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2290 mm |
