1957 Berkeley Sports vs. 2005 Mazda 6
To start off, 2005 Mazda 6 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 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda 6 (99 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1957 Berkeley Sports. (15 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1957 Berkeley Sports. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda 6 weights approximately 1063 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 Mazda 6 (244 Nm) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Berkeley Sports. (49 Nm). This means 2005 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Berkeley Sports.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Berkeley Sports | 2005 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Berkeley | Mazda |
| Model | Sports | 6 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 322 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 15 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Top Speed | 105 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 282 kg | 1345 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 1780 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 15 L | 61 L |
