1957 Berkeley Sports vs. 1992 Suzuki Alto
To start off, 1992 Suzuki Alto is newer by 35 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 796 cc (3 cylinders), 1992 Suzuki Alto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Suzuki Alto (38 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1957 Berkeley Sports. (15 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Suzuki Alto should accelerate faster than 1957 Berkeley Sports. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Suzuki Alto weights approximately 348 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, 1992 Suzuki Alto (60 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Berkeley Sports. (49 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1992 Suzuki Alto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Berkeley Sports.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Berkeley Sports | 1992 Suzuki Alto | |
| Make | Berkeley | Suzuki |
| Model | Sports | Alto |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 322 cc | 796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 15 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 60 mm | 68.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 57 mm | 72 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 282 kg | 630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 3310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1780 mm | 2180 mm |
