1957 Berkeley Sports vs. 1998 Mazda Laputa
To start off, 1998 Mazda Laputa is newer by 41 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 658 cc (3 cylinders), 1998 Mazda Laputa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mazda Laputa (57 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1957 Berkeley Sports. (15 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mazda Laputa should accelerate faster than 1957 Berkeley Sports. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mazda Laputa weights approximately 528 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 1998 Mazda Laputa 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, 1998 Mazda Laputa 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, 1998 Mazda Laputa (83 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Berkeley Sports. (49 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Mazda Laputa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Berkeley Sports.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Berkeley Sports | 1998 Mazda Laputa | |
Make | Berkeley | Mazda |
Model | Sports | Laputa |
Year Released | 1957 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 322 cc | 658 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 15 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 49 Nm | 83 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 60 mm | 65 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 57 mm | 66 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.6:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 282 kg | 810 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 3400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1780 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 15 L | 30 L |