1957 Berkeley Sports vs. 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 2,489 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara (165 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1957 Berkeley Sports. (15 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 1957 Berkeley Sports. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara weights approximately 1128 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara (220 Nm) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Berkeley Sports. (49 Nm). This means 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Berkeley Sports.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Berkeley Sports | 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Berkeley | Suzuki |
| Model | Sports | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 322 cc | 2489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 15 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 60 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 57 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 282 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1780 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 15 L | 64 L |
