1957 Berkeley Sports vs. 2011 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2011 Nissan Sentra 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Sentra (140 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1957 Berkeley Sports. (15 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 1957 Berkeley Sports. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Sentra weights approximately 1071 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 Nissan Sentra (199 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Berkeley Sports. (49 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Sentra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Berkeley Sports.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Berkeley Sports | 2011 Nissan Sentra | |
Make | Berkeley | Nissan |
Model | Sports | Sentra |
Year Released | 1957 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 322 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 15 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 49 Nm | 199 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 282 kg | 1353 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4567 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1791 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1511 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1780 mm | 2685 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 15 L | 55 L |