1958 Berkeley Foursome vs. 1974 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1974 Nissan Bluebird is newer by 16 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 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Nissan Bluebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Nissan Bluebird (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1958 Berkeley Foursome. (30 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Nissan Bluebird should accelerate faster than 1958 Berkeley Foursome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Nissan Bluebird weights approximately 599 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 1974 Nissan Bluebird 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 1974 Nissan Bluebird. 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, 1974 Nissan Bluebird (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Berkeley Foursome. (49 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1974 Nissan Bluebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Berkeley Foursome.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Berkeley Foursome | 1974 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Berkeley | Nissan |
| Model | Foursome | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 592 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 356 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 2510 mm |
