1959 Berkeley Foursome vs. 1976 Volkswagen SP2
To start off, 1976 Volkswagen SP2 is newer by 17 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 1,679 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Volkswagen SP2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Volkswagen SP2 (75 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. (38 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Volkswagen SP2 should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Volkswagen SP2 weights approximately 422 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Volkswagen SP2 (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. (58 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1976 Volkswagen SP2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley Foursome.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Berkeley Foursome | 1976 Volkswagen SP2 | |
Make | Berkeley | Volkswagen |
Model | Foursome | SP2 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 692 cc | 1679 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 58 Nm | 121 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 468 kg | 890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1160 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 2410 mm |