1957 Berkeley Sports vs. 1998 ZAZ Slavuta
To start off, 1998 ZAZ Slavuta 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 1,091 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 ZAZ Slavuta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 ZAZ Slavuta (51 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1957 Berkeley Sports. (15 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 ZAZ Slavuta should accelerate faster than 1957 Berkeley Sports. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 ZAZ Slavuta weights approximately 463 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Berkeley Sports | 1998 ZAZ Slavuta | |
| Make | Berkeley | ZAZ |
| Model | Sports | Slavuta |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 322 cc | 1091 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 15 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 60 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 57 mm | 67 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 282 kg | 745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1780 mm | 2330 mm |
