1958 Berkeley Foursome vs. 1986 Italdesign Machimoto
To start off, 1986 Italdesign Machimoto is newer by 28 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Italdesign Machimoto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Italdesign Machimoto (137 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1958 Berkeley Foursome. (30 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Italdesign Machimoto should accelerate faster than 1958 Berkeley Foursome.
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, 1986 Italdesign Machimoto (171 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Berkeley Foursome. (49 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1986 Italdesign Machimoto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Berkeley Foursome.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Berkeley Foursome | 1986 Italdesign Machimoto | |
| Make | Berkeley | Italdesign |
| Model | Foursome | Machimoto |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 592 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1540 mm |
