1957 Berkeley Sports vs. 1997 Jeep Wrangler
To start off, 1997 Jeep Wrangler 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 2,464 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Jeep Wrangler (116 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1957 Berkeley Sports. (15 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Jeep Wrangler should accelerate faster than 1957 Berkeley Sports. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 1148 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.
Because 1997 Jeep Wrangler is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Berkeley Sports. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Jeep Wrangler will offer significantly more control. 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 Jeep Wrangler (185 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Berkeley Sports. (49 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Jeep Wrangler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Berkeley Sports.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Berkeley Sports | 1997 Jeep Wrangler | |
Make | Berkeley | Jeep |
Model | Sports | Wrangler |
Year Released | 1957 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 322 cc | 2464 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 15 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 49 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 60 mm | 98.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 57 mm | 81 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 282 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 3860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1780 mm | 2380 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 15 L | 57 L |