1959 Berkeley B vs. 1974 Volkswagen SP
To start off, 1974 Volkswagen SP is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Berkeley B. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Berkeley B would be higher. At 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Volkswagen SP is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Volkswagen SP (64 HP) has 15 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley B. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Volkswagen SP should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley B. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Volkswagen SP weights approximately 534 kg more than 1959 Berkeley B. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Volkswagen SP (120 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley B. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1974 Volkswagen SP will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley B.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Berkeley B | 1974 Volkswagen SP | |
| Make | Berkeley | Volkswagen |
| Model | B | SP |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 692 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 64 HP |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 356 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3250 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1790 mm | 2410 mm |
