1957 Berkeley Sports vs. 1995 Saturn SC
To start off, 1995 Saturn SC 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 1,901 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Saturn SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Saturn SC (122 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1957 Berkeley Sports. (15 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Saturn SC should accelerate faster than 1957 Berkeley Sports. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Saturn SC weights approximately 798 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 Saturn SC (168 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Berkeley Sports. (49 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 Saturn SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Berkeley Sports.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Berkeley Sports | 1995 Saturn SC | |
Make | Berkeley | Saturn |
Model | Sports | SC |
Year Released | 1957 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 322 cc | 1901 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 15 HP | 122 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 49 Nm | 168 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 282 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1780 mm | 2610 mm |