1957 Berkeley Sports vs. 1999 Kia Sportage
To start off, 1999 Kia Sportage is newer by 42 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine.
Because 1999 Kia Sportage 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, 1999 Kia Sportage 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, 1999 Kia Sportage (182 Nm) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Berkeley Sports. (49 Nm). This means 1999 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Berkeley Sports.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Berkeley Sports | 1999 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Berkeley | Kia |
| Model | Sports | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 322 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 15 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1780 mm | 2660 mm |
