1957 Berkeley Sports vs. 2008 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2008 Suzuki Jimny 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 1,328 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Suzuki Jimny is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Suzuki Jimny (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1957 Berkeley Sports. (15 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Suzuki Jimny should accelerate faster than 1957 Berkeley Sports. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Suzuki Jimny weights approximately 863 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 Suzuki Jimny 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 Suzuki Jimny 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 Suzuki Jimny (110 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Berkeley Sports. (49 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Suzuki Jimny will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Berkeley Sports.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Berkeley Sports | 2008 Suzuki Jimny | |
Make | Berkeley | Suzuki |
Model | Sports | Jimny |
Year Released | 1957 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 322 cc | 1328 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 15 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 49 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 60 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 57 mm | 69.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Top Speed | 105 km/hour | 140 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 282 kg | 1145 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 3630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1780 mm | 2260 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 15 L | 40 L |