1957 Berkeley Sports vs. 2002 Proton Perdana
To start off, 2002 Proton Perdana is newer by 45 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Proton Perdana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Proton Perdana (136 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1957 Berkeley Sports. (15 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Proton Perdana should accelerate faster than 1957 Berkeley Sports. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Proton Perdana weights approximately 963 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, 2002 Proton Perdana (176 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Berkeley Sports. (49 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Proton Perdana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Berkeley Sports. 2002 Proton Perdana has automatic transmission and 1957 Berkeley Sports has manual transmission. 1957 Berkeley Sports will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Proton Perdana will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Berkeley Sports | 2002 Proton Perdana | |
| Make | Berkeley | Proton |
| Model | Sports | Perdana |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 322 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 15 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 282 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1780 mm | 2640 mm |
