1957 Berkeley Sports vs. 2004 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2004 Skoda Fabia 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 1,197 cc (3 cylinders), 2004 Skoda Fabia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Skoda Fabia (63 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1957 Berkeley Sports. (15 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Skoda Fabia should accelerate faster than 1957 Berkeley Sports. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Skoda Fabia weights approximately 888 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 Skoda Fabia (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Berkeley Sports. (49 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Skoda Fabia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Berkeley Sports.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Berkeley Sports | 2004 Skoda Fabia | |
Make | Berkeley | Skoda |
Model | Sports | Fabia |
Year Released | 1957 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 322 cc | 1197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 15 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 49 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 60 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 57 mm | 86.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
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 | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1780 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 15 L | 45 L |