1959 Berkeley Foursome vs. 1967 Volkswagen 1600
To start off, 1967 Volkswagen 1600 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Berkeley Foursome. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Berkeley Foursome would be higher. At 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Volkswagen 1600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Volkswagen 1600 (53 HP) has 15 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. (38 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Volkswagen 1600 should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Volkswagen 1600 weights approximately 510 kg more than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Volkswagen 1600 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 Volkswagen 1600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1959 Berkeley Foursome, 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 Volkswagen 1600 (110 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. (58 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1967 Volkswagen 1600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley Foursome.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Berkeley Foursome | 1967 Volkswagen 1600 | |
| Make | Berkeley | Volkswagen |
| Model | Foursome | 1600 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 692 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 7.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 468 kg | 978 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 40 L |
