1957 Berkeley Sports vs. 2001 Nissan Primera
To start off, 2001 Nissan Primera is newer by 44 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 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Nissan Primera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Nissan Primera (112 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1957 Berkeley Sports. (15 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Nissan Primera should accelerate faster than 1957 Berkeley Sports. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Nissan Primera weights approximately 1028 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, 2001 Nissan Primera (161 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Berkeley Sports. (49 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Nissan Primera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Berkeley Sports.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Berkeley Sports | 2001 Nissan Primera | |
| Make | Berkeley | Nissan |
| Model | Sports | Primera |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 322 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 15 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 282 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1780 mm | 2610 mm |
