1957 Berkeley Sports vs. 1987 Vauxhall Astra
To start off, 1987 Vauxhall Astra is newer by 30 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Vauxhall Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Vauxhall Astra (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1957 Berkeley Sports. (15 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Vauxhall Astra should accelerate faster than 1957 Berkeley Sports. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Vauxhall Astra weights approximately 678 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, 1987 Vauxhall Astra (180 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Berkeley Sports. (49 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1987 Vauxhall Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Berkeley Sports.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Berkeley Sports | 1987 Vauxhall Astra | |
Make | Berkeley | Vauxhall |
Model | Sports | Astra |
Year Released | 1957 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 322 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 15 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 49 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 282 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1780 mm | 2530 mm |