1957 Berkeley Sports vs. 2011 Tata Indica
To start off, 2011 Tata Indica 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 1,401 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Tata Indica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Tata Indica (70 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1957 Berkeley Sports. (15 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Tata Indica should accelerate faster than 1957 Berkeley Sports. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Tata Indica weights approximately 763 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 Tata Indica (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Berkeley Sports. (49 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Tata Indica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Berkeley Sports.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Berkeley Sports | 2011 Tata Indica | |
Make | Berkeley | Tata |
Model | Sports | Indica |
Year Released | 1957 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 322 cc | 1401 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 15 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 49 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 60 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 57 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
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 | 1045 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 3680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1780 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 15 L | 37 L |