1957 Berkeley Sports vs. 2008 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento is newer by 51 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 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Sorento (262 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 247 more horse power than 1957 Berkeley Sports. (15 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1957 Berkeley Sports. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sorento weights approximately 1003 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.
Because 2008 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Berkeley Sports. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Kia Sorento (353 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 304 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Berkeley Sports. (49 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Berkeley Sports. 2008 Kia Sorento 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. 2008 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Berkeley Sports | 2008 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Berkeley | Kia |
| Model | Sports | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 322 cc | 3778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 15 HP | 262 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 282 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1780 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 15 L | 80 L |
