1957 Berkeley Sports vs. 1997 Hyundai Pony
To start off, 1997 Hyundai Pony is newer by 40 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 1,341 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Hyundai Pony is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Hyundai Pony (83 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1957 Berkeley Sports. (15 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Hyundai Pony should accelerate faster than 1957 Berkeley Sports. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Hyundai Pony weights approximately 648 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, 1997 Hyundai Pony (119 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Berkeley Sports. (49 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Hyundai Pony will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Berkeley Sports.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Berkeley Sports | 1997 Hyundai Pony | |
Make | Berkeley | Hyundai |
Model | Sports | Pony |
Year Released | 1957 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 322 cc | 1341 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 15 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 49 Nm | 119 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 60 mm | 71.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 57 mm | 83.5 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 282 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1400 mm |