1957 Berkeley Sports vs. 2011 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Jetta 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 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Jetta (104 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1957 Berkeley Sports. (15 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 1957 Berkeley Sports. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 1118 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 Volkswagen Jetta (250 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Berkeley Sports. (49 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Berkeley Sports.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Berkeley Sports | 2011 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Berkeley | Volkswagen |
| Model | Sports | Jetta |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 322 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 15 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Top Speed | 105 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 282 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4644 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1778 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1482 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1780 mm | 2651 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 15 L | 55 L |
