1992 Chevrolet Beretta vs. 1976 Ford Fairlane
To start off, 1992 Chevrolet Beretta is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Chevrolet Beretta (180 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1976 Ford Fairlane. (155 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Chevrolet Beretta should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 184 kg more than 1992 Chevrolet Beretta.
Because 1976 Ford Fairlane 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 1976 Ford Fairlane. 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, 1976 Ford Fairlane (328 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Chevrolet Beretta. (217 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1976 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Chevrolet Beretta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Chevrolet Beretta | 1976 Ford Fairlane | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Beretta | Fairlane |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2259 cc | 3984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1268 kg | 1452 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2950 mm |
