1957 Berkeley Sports vs. 2008 Skoda Roomster
To start off, 2008 Skoda Roomster 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 1,422 cc (3 cylinders), 2008 Skoda Roomster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Skoda Roomster (79 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1957 Berkeley Sports. (15 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Skoda Roomster should accelerate faster than 1957 Berkeley Sports. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Skoda Roomster weights approximately 1038 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, 2008 Skoda Roomster (195 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Berkeley Sports. (49 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Skoda Roomster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Berkeley Sports.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Berkeley Sports | 2008 Skoda Roomster | |
| Make | Berkeley | Skoda |
| Model | Sports | Roomster |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 322 cc | 1422 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 15 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 19.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 105 km/hour | 160 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 | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1780 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 15 L | 55 L |
