1957 Berkeley Sports vs. 2005 Suzuki Alto
To start off, 2005 Suzuki Alto 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 1,061 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Suzuki Alto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Suzuki Alto (41 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1957 Berkeley Sports. (15 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Suzuki Alto should accelerate faster than 1957 Berkeley Sports. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Suzuki Alto weights approximately 523 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, 1957 Berkeley Sports (49 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Alto. (41 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1957 Berkeley Sports will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki Alto.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Berkeley Sports | 2005 Suzuki Alto | |
Make | Berkeley | Suzuki |
Model | Sports | Alto |
Year Released | 1957 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 322 cc | 1061 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 15 HP | 41 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 49 Nm | 41 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 60 mm | 68.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 57 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Top Speed | 105 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
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 | 805 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 3300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1410 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1780 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 15 L | 35 L |