1957 Berkeley Sports vs. 2008 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2008 SsangYong Korando 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 3,198 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 SsangYong Korando (209 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1957 Berkeley Sports. (15 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1957 Berkeley Sports. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 1583 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 SsangYong Korando 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 SsangYong Korando 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 SsangYong Korando (307 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Berkeley Sports. (49 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Berkeley Sports. 2008 SsangYong Korando 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 SsangYong Korando will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Berkeley Sports | 2008 SsangYong Korando | |
Make | Berkeley | SsangYong |
Model | Sports | Korando |
Year Released | 1957 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 322 cc | 3198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 15 HP | 209 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 49 Nm | 307 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 60 mm | 89.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 57 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Top Speed | 105 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 282 kg | 1865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1780 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 15 L | 70 L |