1957 Berkeley Sports vs. 1944 Citroen 7
To start off, 1957 Berkeley Sports is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1944 Citroen 7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1944 Citroen 7 would be higher. At 1,303 cc (4 cylinders), 1944 Citroen 7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1944 Citroen 7 (33 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1957 Berkeley Sports. (15 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1944 Citroen 7 should accelerate faster than 1957 Berkeley Sports. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1944 Citroen 7 weights approximately 618 kg more than 1957 Berkeley Sports. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Berkeley Sports | 1944 Citroen 7 | |
| Make | Berkeley | Citroen |
| Model | Sports | 7 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1944 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 322 cc | 1303 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 15 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 282 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1780 mm | 2920 mm |
