1957 Berkeley Sports vs. 1983 Peugeot 305
To start off, 1983 Peugeot 305 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 1,472 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Peugeot 305 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Peugeot 305 (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1957 Berkeley Sports. (15 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Peugeot 305 should accelerate faster than 1957 Berkeley Sports. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Peugeot 305 weights approximately 658 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 Peugeot 305 (119 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Berkeley Sports. (49 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1983 Peugeot 305 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Berkeley Sports.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Berkeley Sports | 1983 Peugeot 305 | |
| Make | Berkeley | Peugeot |
| Model | Sports | 305 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 322 cc | 1472 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 15 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 60 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 57 mm | 77 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 282 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1780 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 15 L | 70 L |
