1957 Berkeley Sports vs. 2010 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 53 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 1,200 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Polo (89 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1957 Berkeley Sports. (15 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 1957 Berkeley Sports. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 875 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, 2010 Volkswagen Polo (230 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Berkeley Sports. (49 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Berkeley Sports.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Berkeley Sports | 2010 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Berkeley | Volkswagen |
Model | Sports | Polo |
Year Released | 1957 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 322 cc | 1200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 15 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 49 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Top Speed | 105 km/hour | 180 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 | 1157 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1682 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1462 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1780 mm | 2470 mm |