1957 Berkeley Sports vs. 1982 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1982 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 25 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Volkswagen Golf (109 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1957 Berkeley Sports. (15 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1957 Berkeley Sports. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 603 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1982 Volkswagen Golf (153 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Berkeley Sports. (49 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1982 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Berkeley Sports.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Berkeley Sports | 1982 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Berkeley | Volkswagen |
Model | Sports | Golf |
Year Released | 1957 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 322 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 15 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 49 Nm | 153 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 60 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 57 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 282 kg | 885 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 3830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1780 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 15 L | 60 L |