2007 Fiat Strada vs. 1990 Chevrolet Beretta
To start off, 2007 Fiat Strada is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Chevrolet Beretta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Chevrolet Beretta would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Chevrolet Beretta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Chevrolet Beretta (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Strada. (84 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Chevrolet Beretta should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Strada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Strada weights approximately 18 kg more than 1990 Chevrolet Beretta.
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, 2007 Fiat Strada (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Chevrolet Beretta. (146 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Strada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Chevrolet Beretta. 1990 Chevrolet Beretta has automatic transmission and 2007 Fiat Strada has manual transmission. 2007 Fiat Strada will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Chevrolet Beretta will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Strada | 1990 Chevrolet Beretta | |
| Make | Fiat | Chevrolet |
| Model | Strada | Beretta |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 84 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1287 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 68 L |
