1993 Chevrolet Beretta vs. 1969 Fiat 500
To start off, 1993 Chevrolet Beretta is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Chevrolet Beretta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Chevrolet Beretta (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1969 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Chevrolet Beretta should accelerate faster than 1969 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Chevrolet Beretta weights approximately 810 kg more than 1969 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Fiat 500 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 1969 Fiat 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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, 1993 Chevrolet Beretta (146 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Fiat 500. (24 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1993 Chevrolet Beretta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Chevrolet Beretta | 1969 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | Beretta | 500 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 24 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 3030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1310 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 1850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 37 L |
