1957 Berkeley Sports vs. 1986 Fiat Regata
To start off, 1986 Fiat Regata is newer by 29 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 1,301 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Fiat Regata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Fiat Regata (64 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1957 Berkeley Sports. (15 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Fiat Regata should accelerate faster than 1957 Berkeley Sports. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Fiat Regata weights approximately 608 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, 1986 Fiat Regata (102 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Berkeley Sports. (49 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1986 Fiat Regata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Berkeley Sports.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Berkeley Sports | 1986 Fiat Regata | |
Make | Berkeley | Fiat |
Model | Sports | Regata |
Year Released | 1957 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 322 cc | 1301 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 15 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 49 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 60 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 57 mm | 55.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.1:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 282 kg | 890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1780 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 15 L | 38 L |