1957 Berkeley Sports vs. 1985 Mitsubishi Magna
To start off, 1985 Mitsubishi Magna is newer by 28 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 2,553 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Mitsubishi Magna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Mitsubishi Magna (124 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1957 Berkeley Sports. (15 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Mitsubishi Magna should accelerate faster than 1957 Berkeley Sports. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Mitsubishi Magna weights approximately 938 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, 1985 Mitsubishi Magna (205 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Berkeley Sports. (49 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 Mitsubishi Magna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Berkeley Sports.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Berkeley Sports | 1985 Mitsubishi Magna | |
| Make | Berkeley | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Sports | Magna |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 322 cc | 2553 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 15 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 282 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1780 mm | 2600 mm |
