1957 Berkeley Sports vs. 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser
To start off, 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser is newer by 49 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 2,425 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser (230 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 1957 Berkeley Sports. (15 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1957 Berkeley Sports. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser weights approximately 1591 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, 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser (333 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Berkeley Sports. (49 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Berkeley Sports.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Berkeley Sports | 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser | |
Make | Berkeley | Chrysler |
Model | Sports | PT Cruiser |
Year Released | 1957 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 322 cc | 2425 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 15 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 49 Nm | 333 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 60 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 57 mm | 101 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 282 kg | 1873 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1780 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 15 L | 57 L |