1957 Berkeley Sports vs. 2012 Toyota Prius V
To start off, 2012 Toyota Prius V is newer by 55 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 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Prius V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Prius V (134 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1957 Berkeley Sports. (15 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Prius V should accelerate faster than 1957 Berkeley Sports. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Prius V weights approximately 1203 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, 2012 Toyota Prius V (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Berkeley Sports. (49 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Prius V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Berkeley Sports.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Berkeley Sports | 2012 Toyota Prius V | |
Make | Berkeley | Toyota |
Model | Sports | Prius V |
Year Released | 1957 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 322 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 15 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 49 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 282 kg | 1485 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4615 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1775 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1575 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1780 mm | 2779 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 15 L | 45 L |