1957 Berkeley Sports vs. 1991 Lancia Dedra
To start off, 1991 Lancia Dedra is newer by 34 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 1,581 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Lancia Dedra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Lancia Dedra (88 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1957 Berkeley Sports. (15 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Lancia Dedra should accelerate faster than 1957 Berkeley Sports. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Lancia Dedra weights approximately 894 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, 1991 Lancia Dedra (127 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Berkeley Sports. (49 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1991 Lancia Dedra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Berkeley Sports.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Berkeley Sports | 1991 Lancia Dedra | |
| Make | Berkeley | Lancia |
| Model | Sports | Dedra |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 322 cc | 1581 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 15 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 60 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 57 mm | 67.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 105 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| 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 | 1176 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1780 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 15 L | 63 L |
