1995 Chevrolet Beretta vs. 1979 Mazda 616
To start off, 1995 Chevrolet Beretta is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mazda 616 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 11 more horse power than 1979 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Chevrolet Beretta should accelerate faster than 1979 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Chevrolet Beretta weights approximately 377 kg more than 1979 Mazda 616. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Chevrolet Beretta (146 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 Chevrolet Beretta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Chevrolet Beretta | 1979 Mazda 616 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Beretta | 616 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1287 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2480 mm |
