1957 Berkeley Sports vs. 2002 Renault Ellypse
To start off, 2002 Renault Ellypse 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 1,200 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Renault Ellypse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Renault Ellypse (98 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1957 Berkeley Sports. (15 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Renault Ellypse should accelerate faster than 1957 Berkeley Sports. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Renault Ellypse weights approximately 698 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 Renault Ellypse (191 Nm) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Berkeley Sports. (49 Nm). This means 2002 Renault Ellypse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Berkeley Sports. 2002 Renault Ellypse 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 Renault Ellypse will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Berkeley Sports | 2002 Renault Ellypse | |
| Make | Berkeley | Renault |
| Model | Sports | Ellypse |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 322 cc | 1200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 15 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 282 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1780 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 15 L | 83 L |
