1956 Abarth 750 vs. 1959 Berkeley Foursome
To start off, 1959 Berkeley Foursome is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Abarth 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Abarth 750 would be higher. At 747 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Abarth 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Abarth 750 (43 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. (38 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Abarth 750 should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Abarth 750 weights approximately 67 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 1956 Abarth 750 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 1956 Abarth 750. 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, 1959 Berkeley Foursome (58 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Abarth 750. (49 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1959 Berkeley Foursome will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Abarth 750 | 1959 Berkeley Foursome | |
| Make | Abarth | Berkeley |
| Model | 750 | Foursome |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 692 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 58 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 468 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 3340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1380 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 1990 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 25 L |
