1958 Berkeley Foursome vs. 1971 Fiat 128
To start off, 1971 Fiat 128 is newer by 13 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 1,288 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Fiat 128 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Fiat 128 (66 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1958 Berkeley Foursome. (30 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Fiat 128 should accelerate faster than 1958 Berkeley Foursome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Fiat 128 weights approximately 464 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, 1971 Fiat 128 (90 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Berkeley Foursome. (49 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1971 Fiat 128 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Berkeley Foursome.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Berkeley Foursome | 1971 Fiat 128 | |
| Make | Berkeley | Fiat |
| Model | Foursome | 128 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 592 cc | 1288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 356 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 2430 mm |
