1957 Berkeley Sports vs. 2013 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2013 Mini Cooper 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 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Mini Cooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mini Cooper (121 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1957 Berkeley Sports. (15 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1957 Berkeley Sports. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mini Cooper weights approximately 903 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 Mini Cooper (155 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Berkeley Sports. (49 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Berkeley Sports.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Berkeley Sports | 2013 Mini Cooper | |
Make | Berkeley | Mini |
Model | Sports | Cooper |
Year Released | 1957 | 2013 |
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 | 121 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 49 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 60 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 57 mm | 85 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 282 kg | 1185 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 3723 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1892 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1407 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1780 mm | 2467 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 15 L | 50 L |