1957 Berkeley Sports vs. 2006 Kia Picanto
To start off, 2006 Kia Picanto 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 1,086 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Kia Picanto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Kia Picanto (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1957 Berkeley Sports. (15 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Picanto should accelerate faster than 1957 Berkeley Sports. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Picanto weights approximately 1722 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 Kia Picanto (99 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Berkeley Sports. (49 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Picanto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Berkeley Sports. 2006 Kia Picanto has automatic transmission and 1957 Berkeley Sports has manual transmission. 1957 Berkeley Sports will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Kia Picanto will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Berkeley Sports | 2006 Kia Picanto | |
Make | Berkeley | Kia |
Model | Sports | Picanto |
Year Released | 1957 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 322 cc | 1086 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 15 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 49 Nm | 99 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 60 mm | 66 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 57 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Top Speed | 105 km/hour | 154 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 282 kg | 2004 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 3500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1780 mm | 2380 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 15 L | 35 L |