1957 Berkeley Sports vs. 1991 Mitsubishi Verada

To start off, 1991 Mitsubishi Verada 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 2,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Mitsubishi Verada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Mitsubishi Verada (161 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1957 Berkeley Sports. (15 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Mitsubishi Verada should accelerate faster than 1957 Berkeley Sports. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Mitsubishi Verada weights approximately 1233 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 Mitsubishi Verada (235 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Berkeley Sports. (49 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1991 Mitsubishi Verada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Berkeley Sports. 1991 Mitsubishi Verada has automatic transmission and 1957 Berkeley Sports has manual transmission. 1957 Berkeley Sports will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1991 Mitsubishi Verada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1957 Berkeley Sports 1991 Mitsubishi Verada
Make Berkeley Mitsubishi
Model Sports Verada
Year Released 1957 1991
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 322 cc 2971 cc
Engine Cylinders 2 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 15 HP 161 HP
Engine RPM 4800 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 49 Nm 235 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 4000 RPM
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Vehicle Weight 282 kg 1515 kg
Vehicle Length 3130 mm 4890 mm
Vehicle Width 1280 mm 1780 mm
Vehicle Height 1090 mm 1440 mm
Wheelbase Size 1780 mm 2730 mm


 

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