1997 Honda Life vs. 1996 Chevrolet Beretta
To start off, 1997 Honda Life is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Chevrolet Beretta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Chevrolet Beretta would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Beretta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Beretta (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1997 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Beretta should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Beretta weights approximately 497 kg more than 1997 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Chevrolet Beretta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Honda Life will offer significantly more control. 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, 1996 Chevrolet Beretta (146 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Life. (58 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Beretta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Life. 1996 Chevrolet Beretta has automatic transmission and 1997 Honda Life has manual transmission. 1997 Honda Life will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Chevrolet Beretta will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Honda Life | 1996 Chevrolet Beretta | |
| Make | Honda | Chevrolet |
| Model | Life | Beretta |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1287 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2740 mm |
