1957 Berkeley Sports vs. 2011 Fiat Idea
To start off, 2011 Fiat Idea is newer by 54 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 1,246 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Fiat Idea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Fiat Idea (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1957 Berkeley Sports. (15 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Fiat Idea should accelerate faster than 1957 Berkeley Sports. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Fiat Idea weights approximately 868 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, 2011 Fiat Idea (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Berkeley Sports. (49 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Fiat Idea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Berkeley Sports.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Berkeley Sports | 2011 Fiat Idea | |
Make | Berkeley | Fiat |
Model | Sports | Idea |
Year Released | 1957 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 322 cc | 1246 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 15 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 49 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 60 mm | 69.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 57 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Top Speed | 105 km/hour | 159 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 | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 3940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1780 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 15 L | 47 L |