1957 Berkeley Sports vs. 1973 Triumph Dolomite
To start off, 1973 Triumph Dolomite 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Triumph Dolomite is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Triumph Dolomite (124 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1957 Berkeley Sports. (15 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Triumph Dolomite should accelerate faster than 1957 Berkeley Sports. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Triumph Dolomite weights approximately 684 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 Triumph Dolomite 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 Triumph Dolomite. 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 Triumph Dolomite (168 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Berkeley Sports. (49 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1973 Triumph Dolomite will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Berkeley Sports.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Berkeley Sports | 1973 Triumph Dolomite | |
| Make | Berkeley | Triumph |
| Model | Sports | Dolomite |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 322 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 15 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 282 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1780 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 15 L | 57 L |
