1957 Berkeley Sports vs. 2004 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Jetta 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 1,786 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Jetta (180 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1957 Berkeley Sports. (15 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 1957 Berkeley Sports. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 1160 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 Volkswagen Jetta (235 Nm) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Berkeley Sports. (49 Nm). This means 2004 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Berkeley Sports.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Berkeley Sports | 2004 Volkswagen Jetta | |
Make | Berkeley | Volkswagen |
Model | Sports | Jetta |
Year Released | 1957 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 322 cc | 1786 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 15 HP | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 49 Nm | 235 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 60 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 57 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 282 kg | 1442 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1780 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 15 L | 55 L |