1957 Berkeley Sports vs. 1996 Renault Megane
To start off, 1996 Renault Megane is newer by 39 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Renault Megane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Renault Megane (106 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1957 Berkeley Sports. (15 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 1957 Berkeley Sports. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Renault Megane weights approximately 888 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, 1996 Renault Megane (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Berkeley Sports. (49 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Berkeley Sports. 1996 Renault Megane 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. 1996 Renault Megane will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Berkeley Sports | 1996 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Berkeley | Renault |
| Model | Sports | Megane |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 322 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 15 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 60 mm | 79.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 57 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 282 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1780 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 15 L | 60 L |
