1957 Berkeley Sports vs. 2004 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2004 Ford Mondeo is newer by 47 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 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Mondeo (223 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 1957 Berkeley Sports. (15 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1957 Berkeley Sports. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 1213 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, 2004 Ford Mondeo (178 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Berkeley Sports. (49 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Berkeley Sports.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Berkeley Sports | 2004 Ford Mondeo | |
Make | Berkeley | Ford |
Model | Sports | Mondeo |
Year Released | 1957 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 322 cc | 2967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 15 HP | 223 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 49 Nm | 178 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 60 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 57 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Top Speed | 105 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
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 | 1495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1780 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 15 L | 59 L |