1957 Berkeley Sports vs. 1959 Simca Aronde
To start off, 1959 Simca Aronde is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Berkeley Sports. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Berkeley Sports would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Simca Aronde is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Simca Aronde (44 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1957 Berkeley Sports. (15 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Simca Aronde should accelerate faster than 1957 Berkeley Sports. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Simca Aronde weights approximately 698 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 1959 Simca Aronde 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 1959 Simca Aronde. 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, 1959 Simca Aronde (89 Nm) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Berkeley Sports. (49 Nm). This means 1959 Simca Aronde will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Berkeley Sports.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Berkeley Sports | 1959 Simca Aronde | |
Make | Berkeley | Simca |
Model | Sports | Aronde |
Year Released | 1957 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 322 cc | 1290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 15 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 49 Nm | 89 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 60 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 57 mm | 75 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 282 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1780 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 15 L | 39 L |