1957 Berkeley Sports vs. 2011 Peugeot iOn
To start off, 2011 Peugeot iOn 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. In terms of performance, 2011 Peugeot iOn (63 HP @ 3000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1957 Berkeley Sports. (15 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Peugeot iOn should accelerate faster than 1957 Berkeley Sports. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Peugeot iOn weights approximately 798 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 2011 Peugeot iOn is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 Peugeot iOn. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1957 Berkeley Sports, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Peugeot iOn (180 Nm @ 1000 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Berkeley Sports. (49 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Peugeot iOn will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Berkeley Sports.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Berkeley Sports | 2011 Peugeot iOn | |
| Make | Berkeley | Peugeot |
| Model | Sports | iOn |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Horse Power | 15 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 105 km/hour | 130 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 282 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 3395 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1475 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1780 mm | 2550 mm |
