1957 Berkeley Sports vs. 1973 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 1973 Nissan Skyline is newer by 16 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 1,989 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Nissan Skyline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Nissan Skyline (135 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1957 Berkeley Sports. (15 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Nissan Skyline should accelerate faster than 1957 Berkeley Sports. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Nissan Skyline weights approximately 838 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. Let's talk about torque, 1973 Nissan Skyline (180 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Berkeley Sports. (49 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1973 Nissan Skyline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Berkeley Sports.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Berkeley Sports | 1973 Nissan Skyline | |
Make | Berkeley | Nissan |
Model | Sports | Skyline |
Year Released | 1957 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 322 cc | 1989 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 15 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 49 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 282 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1780 mm | 2650 mm |