1957 Berkeley Sports vs. 1961 Vauxhall Velox
To start off, 1961 Vauxhall Velox 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 2,651 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Vauxhall Velox is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Vauxhall Velox (94 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1957 Berkeley Sports. (15 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Vauxhall Velox should accelerate faster than 1957 Berkeley Sports. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Vauxhall Velox weights approximately 953 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 Vauxhall Velox 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 Vauxhall Velox. 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 Vauxhall Velox (201 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Berkeley Sports. (49 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1961 Vauxhall Velox will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Berkeley Sports.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Berkeley Sports | 1961 Vauxhall Velox | |
Make | Berkeley | Vauxhall |
Model | Sports | Velox |
Year Released | 1957 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 322 cc | 2651 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 15 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 49 Nm | 201 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 60 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 57 mm | 82.6 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 282 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1780 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 15 L | 48 L |