1968 Alfa Romeo GTA vs. 1957 Berkeley Sports
To start off, 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA is newer by 11 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 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA (96 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1957 Berkeley Sports. (15 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA should accelerate faster than 1957 Berkeley Sports. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA weights approximately 508 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 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA 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 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA. 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, 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA (140 Nm) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Berkeley Sports. (49 Nm). This means 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Berkeley Sports.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Alfa Romeo GTA | 1957 Berkeley Sports | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Berkeley |
Model | GTA | Sports |
Year Released | 1968 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 322 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 96 HP | 15 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 49 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 60 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 57 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 282 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 3130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1280 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1090 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 1780 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 15 L |