1957 Berkeley Sports vs. 1961 Lancia Flaminia
To start off, 1961 Lancia Flaminia 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 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Lancia Flaminia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Lancia Flaminia (100 HP) has 85 more horse power than 1957 Berkeley Sports. (15 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Lancia Flaminia should accelerate faster than 1957 Berkeley Sports. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 1156 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 Lancia Flaminia 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 Lancia Flaminia. 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 Lancia Flaminia (187 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Berkeley Sports. (49 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1961 Lancia Flaminia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Berkeley Sports.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Berkeley Sports | 1961 Lancia Flaminia | |
| Make | Berkeley | Lancia |
| Model | Sports | Flaminia |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 322 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 15 HP | 100 HP |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 282 kg | 1438 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1780 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 15 L | 37 L |
