1992 Chevrolet Beretta vs. 1974 Mazda 616
To start off, 1992 Chevrolet Beretta is newer by 18 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 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 101 more horse power than 1974 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Chevrolet Beretta should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Chevrolet Beretta weights approximately 356 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, 1992 Chevrolet Beretta (217 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1992 Chevrolet Beretta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Chevrolet Beretta | 1974 Mazda 616 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Beretta | 616 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2259 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 83 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1268 kg | 912 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2480 mm |
