1957 Berkeley Sports vs. 1967 Volvo 120
To start off, 1967 Volvo 120 is newer by 10 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 1,778 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Volvo 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Volvo 120 (67 HP) has 52 more horse power than 1957 Berkeley Sports. (15 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Volvo 120 should accelerate faster than 1957 Berkeley Sports. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Volvo 120 weights approximately 732 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 1967 Volvo 120 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 1967 Volvo 120. 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, 1967 Volvo 120 (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Berkeley Sports. (49 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1967 Volvo 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Berkeley Sports.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Berkeley Sports | 1967 Volvo 120 | |
| Make | Berkeley | Volvo |
| Model | Sports | 120 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 322 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 15 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 60 mm | 84.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 57 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 282 kg | 1014 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1780 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 15 L | 45 L |
