1957 Berkeley Sports vs. 2003 Vauxhall Vectra
To start off, 2003 Vauxhall Vectra 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 Vauxhall Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Vauxhall Vectra (121 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1957 Berkeley Sports. (15 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Vauxhall Vectra should accelerate faster than 1957 Berkeley Sports. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Vauxhall Vectra weights approximately 1003 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 Vauxhall Vectra (167 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Berkeley Sports. (49 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Vauxhall Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Berkeley Sports.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Berkeley Sports | 2003 Vauxhall Vectra | |
Make | Berkeley | Vauxhall |
Model | Sports | Vectra |
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 | 121 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 49 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 282 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1780 mm | 2710 mm |