1957 Berkeley Sports vs. 2013 Kia Forte
To start off, 2013 Kia Forte is newer by 56 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), 2013 Kia Forte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Kia Forte (154 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1957 Berkeley Sports. (15 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Kia Forte should accelerate faster than 1957 Berkeley Sports. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Kia Forte weights approximately 979 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, 2013 Kia Forte (195 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Berkeley Sports. (49 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Kia Forte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Berkeley Sports.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Berkeley Sports | 2013 Kia Forte | |
| Make | Berkeley | Kia |
| Model | Sports | Forte |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2013 |
| 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 | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 60 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 57 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 282 kg | 1261 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1780 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 15 L | 52 L |
