1961 Austin A vs. 1957 Berkeley Sports
To start off, 1961 Austin A is newer by 4 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 1,489 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Austin A is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Austin A (38 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1957 Berkeley Sports. (15 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Austin A should accelerate faster than 1957 Berkeley Sports. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Austin A weights approximately 863 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.
Because 1961 Austin A is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1961 Austin A. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1957 Berkeley Sports, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1961 Austin A (87 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Berkeley Sports. (49 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1961 Austin A will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Berkeley Sports.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Austin A | 1957 Berkeley Sports | |
| Make | Austin | Berkeley |
| Model | A | Sports |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 322 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 15 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 49 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 60 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 57 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 282 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1280 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 1780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 15 L |
