1957 Berkeley Sports vs. 1983 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 1983 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 26 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 1,439 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Mitsubishi Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Mitsubishi Colt (70 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1957 Berkeley Sports. (15 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 1957 Berkeley Sports. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 642 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, 1983 Mitsubishi Colt (102 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Berkeley Sports. (49 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1983 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Berkeley Sports.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Berkeley Sports | 1983 Mitsubishi Colt | |
Make | Berkeley | Mitsubishi |
Model | Sports | Colt |
Year Released | 1957 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 322 cc | 1439 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 15 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 49 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 282 kg | 924 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1780 mm | 2390 mm |