1992 Chevrolet Beretta vs. 1981 Fiat Ritmo
To start off, 1992 Chevrolet Beretta is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Fiat Ritmo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Fiat Ritmo 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) has 99 more horse power than 1981 Fiat Ritmo. (81 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Chevrolet Beretta should accelerate faster than 1981 Fiat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Chevrolet Beretta weights approximately 348 kg more than 1981 Fiat Ritmo. 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 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat Ritmo. (127 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Chevrolet Beretta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Chevrolet Beretta | 1981 Fiat Ritmo | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | Beretta | Ritmo |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2259 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 81 HP |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1268 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 57 L |
