1995 Chevrolet Beretta vs. 1969 Seat 1430
To start off, 1995 Chevrolet Beretta is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Seat 1430. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Seat 1430 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Chevrolet Beretta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Chevrolet Beretta (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1969 Seat 1430. (70 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Chevrolet Beretta should accelerate faster than 1969 Seat 1430. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Chevrolet Beretta weights approximately 357 kg more than 1969 Seat 1430. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Seat 1430 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 Seat 1430. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1995 Chevrolet Beretta (146 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Seat 1430. (112 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1995 Chevrolet Beretta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Seat 1430.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Chevrolet Beretta | 1969 Seat 1430 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Seat |
| Model | Beretta | 1430 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1436 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1287 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2430 mm |
