2001 Honda Fit vs. 1987 Chevrolet Beretta
To start off, 2001 Honda Fit is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Chevrolet Beretta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Chevrolet Beretta would be higher. At 2,843 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Chevrolet Beretta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Chevrolet Beretta (129 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2001 Honda Fit. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Chevrolet Beretta should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Chevrolet Beretta weights approximately 240 kg more than 2001 Honda Fit. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1987 Chevrolet Beretta (217 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Fit. (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1987 Chevrolet Beretta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Honda Fit | 1987 Chevrolet Beretta | |
| Make | Honda | Chevrolet |
| Model | Fit | Beretta |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1339 cc | 2843 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2630 mm |
