1957 Berkeley Sports vs. 1952 Skoda 1200
To start off, 1957 Berkeley Sports is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Skoda 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Skoda 1200 would be higher. At 1,221 cc (4 cylinders), 1952 Skoda 1200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1952 Skoda 1200 (35 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1957 Berkeley Sports. (15 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1952 Skoda 1200 should accelerate faster than 1957 Berkeley Sports. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Skoda 1200 weights approximately 728 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.
Because 1952 Skoda 1200 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1952 Skoda 1200. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1957 Berkeley Sports, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1952 Skoda 1200 (75 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Berkeley Sports. (49 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1952 Skoda 1200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Berkeley Sports.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Berkeley Sports | 1952 Skoda 1200 | |
Make | Berkeley | Skoda |
Model | Sports | 1200 |
Year Released | 1957 | 1952 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 322 cc | 1221 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 15 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 49 Nm | 75 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 282 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1780 mm | 2690 mm |