1994 Chevrolet Beretta vs. 2004 Smart ForFour
To start off, 2004 Smart ForFour is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Chevrolet Beretta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Chevrolet Beretta would be higher. At 1,990 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Chevrolet Beretta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Smart ForFour (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1994 Chevrolet Beretta. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Smart ForFour should accelerate faster than 1994 Chevrolet Beretta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Chevrolet Beretta weights approximately 317 kg more than 2004 Smart ForFour.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1994 Chevrolet Beretta (146 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Smart ForFour. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Chevrolet Beretta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Smart ForFour.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Chevrolet Beretta | 2004 Smart ForFour | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Smart |
| Model | Beretta | ForFour |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 1332 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1287 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 47 L |
