2009 Brilliance BS4 vs. 1991 Chevrolet Beretta
To start off, 2009 Brilliance BS4 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Chevrolet Beretta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Chevrolet Beretta would be higher. At 2,187 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Chevrolet Beretta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Chevrolet Beretta (108 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2009 Brilliance BS4. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Chevrolet Beretta should accelerate faster than 2009 Brilliance BS4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Brilliance BS4 weights approximately 275 kg more than 1991 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, 1991 Chevrolet Beretta (176 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Brilliance BS4. (134 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1991 Chevrolet Beretta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Brilliance BS4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Brilliance BS4 | 1991 Chevrolet Beretta | |
| Make | Brilliance | Chevrolet |
| Model | BS4 | Beretta |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1582 cc | 2187 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 68 L |
