2011 Subaru Impreza vs. 1995 Chevrolet Beretta
To start off, 2011 Subaru Impreza is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Chevrolet Beretta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Chevrolet Beretta would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Impreza (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1995 Chevrolet Beretta. (90 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1995 Chevrolet Beretta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 108 kg more than 1995 Chevrolet Beretta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Chevrolet Beretta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Impreza 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, 2011 Subaru Impreza (230 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Chevrolet Beretta. (146 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Chevrolet Beretta. 1995 Chevrolet Beretta has automatic transmission and 2011 Subaru Impreza has manual transmission. 2011 Subaru Impreza will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Chevrolet Beretta will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Subaru Impreza | 1995 Chevrolet Beretta | |
| Make | Subaru | Chevrolet |
| Model | Impreza | Beretta |
| Year Released | 2011 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1287 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4415 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1476 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2619 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 68 L |
