1957 Berkeley Sports vs. 2003 Pontiac Vibe
To start off, 2003 Pontiac Vibe is newer by 46 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Pontiac Vibe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Pontiac Vibe (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1957 Berkeley Sports. (15 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Pontiac Vibe should accelerate faster than 1957 Berkeley Sports. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Pontiac Vibe weights approximately 943 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.
Because 2003 Pontiac Vibe 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, 2003 Pontiac Vibe 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, 2003 Pontiac Vibe (160 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Berkeley Sports. (49 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Pontiac Vibe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Berkeley Sports.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Berkeley Sports | 2003 Pontiac Vibe | |
Make | Berkeley | Pontiac |
Model | Sports | Vibe |
Year Released | 1957 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 322 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 15 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 49 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 60 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 57 mm | 91 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 282 kg | 1225 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1780 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 15 L | 45 L |