1957 Berkeley Sports vs. 1972 Simca 1301
To start off, 1972 Simca 1301 is newer by 15 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), 1972 Simca 1301 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Simca 1301 (51 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1957 Berkeley Sports. (15 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Simca 1301 should accelerate faster than 1957 Berkeley Sports. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Simca 1301 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Simca 1301 (101 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Berkeley Sports. (49 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1972 Simca 1301 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Berkeley Sports.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Berkeley Sports | 1972 Simca 1301 | |
Make | Berkeley | Simca |
Model | Sports | 1301 |
Year Released | 1957 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 322 cc | 1290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 15 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 49 Nm | 101 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 60 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 57 mm | 75 mm |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 282 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1780 mm | 2530 mm |