1958 Berkeley Foursome vs. 1963 Morris Traveller
To start off, 1963 Morris Traveller is newer by 5 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 1,098 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Morris Traveller is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Morris Traveller (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1958 Berkeley Foursome. (30 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Morris Traveller should accelerate faster than 1958 Berkeley Foursome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Morris Traveller weights approximately 474 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1963 Morris Traveller (82 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Berkeley Foursome. (49 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1963 Morris Traveller will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Berkeley Foursome.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Berkeley Foursome | 1963 Morris Traveller | |
| Make | Berkeley | Morris |
| Model | Foursome | Traveller |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 592 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 356 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 2380 mm |
