1958 Berkeley Foursome vs. 1961 Fiat 1300
To start off, 1961 Fiat 1300 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Berkeley Foursome. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Berkeley Foursome would be higher. At 1,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Fiat 1300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Fiat 1300 (64 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1958 Berkeley Foursome. (30 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Fiat 1300 should accelerate faster than 1958 Berkeley Foursome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Fiat 1300 weights approximately 604 kg more than 1958 Berkeley Foursome. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1961 Fiat 1300 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 1961 Fiat 1300. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1958 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, 1961 Fiat 1300 (93 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Berkeley Foursome. (49 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1961 Fiat 1300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Berkeley Foursome.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Berkeley Foursome | 1961 Fiat 1300 | |
| Make | Berkeley | Fiat |
| Model | Foursome | 1300 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 592 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 356 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 2430 mm |
