1973 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1957 Berkeley Sports
To start off, 1973 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 16 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 1,289 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Alfa Romeo Spider (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1957 Berkeley Sports. (15 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1957 Berkeley Sports. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 698 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 1973 Alfa Romeo Spider 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 1973 Alfa Romeo Spider. 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, 1973 Alfa Romeo Spider (121 Nm) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Berkeley Sports. (49 Nm). This means 1973 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Berkeley Sports.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1957 Berkeley Sports | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Berkeley |
Model | Spider | Sports |
Year Released | 1973 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1289 cc | 322 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 15 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 49 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 282 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1280 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1090 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 1780 mm |