1957 Berkeley Sports vs. 2005 Daihatsu Sirion
To start off, 2005 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 48 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 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Daihatsu Sirion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Daihatsu Sirion (72 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1957 Berkeley Sports. (15 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Daihatsu Sirion should accelerate faster than 1957 Berkeley Sports. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Daihatsu Sirion weights approximately 568 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, 2005 Daihatsu Sirion (102 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Berkeley Sports. (49 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Daihatsu Sirion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Berkeley Sports.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Berkeley Sports | 2005 Daihatsu Sirion | |
Make | Berkeley | Daihatsu |
Model | Sports | Sirion |
Year Released | 1957 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 322 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 15 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 49 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
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 | 850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 3680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1780 mm | 2350 mm |