1957 Berkeley Sports vs. 1995 Renault Laguna
To start off, 1995 Renault Laguna is newer by 38 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 2,068 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Renault Laguna (113 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1957 Berkeley Sports. (15 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1957 Berkeley Sports. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Renault Laguna weights approximately 1128 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, 1995 Renault Laguna (169 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Berkeley Sports. (49 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Berkeley Sports.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Berkeley Sports | 1995 Renault Laguna | |
Make | Berkeley | Renault |
Model | Sports | Laguna |
Year Released | 1957 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 322 cc | 2068 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 15 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 49 Nm | 169 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 60 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 57 mm | 93 mm |
Top Speed | 105 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 282 kg | 1410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1780 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 15 L | 66 L |