1957 Berkeley Sports vs. 2003 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2003 Toyota Avensis 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Avensis (160 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1957 Berkeley Sports. (15 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1957 Berkeley Sports. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 1148 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, 2003 Toyota Avensis (196 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Berkeley Sports. (49 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Berkeley Sports.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Berkeley Sports | 2003 Toyota Avensis | |
Make | Berkeley | Toyota |
Model | Sports | Avensis |
Year Released | 1957 | 2003 |
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 | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 49 Nm | 196 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 60 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 57 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
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 | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1780 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 15 L | 60 L |