1957 Berkeley Sports vs. 1977 Fiat 127
To start off, 1977 Fiat 127 is newer by 20 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 1,047 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Fiat 127 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Fiat 127 (70 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1957 Berkeley Sports. (15 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Fiat 127 should accelerate faster than 1957 Berkeley Sports. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Fiat 127 weights approximately 493 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 1977 Fiat 127 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 1977 Fiat 127. 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, 1977 Fiat 127 (83 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Berkeley Sports. (49 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1977 Fiat 127 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Berkeley Sports.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Berkeley Sports | 1977 Fiat 127 | |
| Make | Berkeley | Fiat |
| Model | Sports | 127 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 322 cc | 1047 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 15 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 60 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 57 mm | 57.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 105 km/hour | 161 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 282 kg | 775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1780 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 15 L | 30 L |
