1958 Berkeley Foursome vs. 1988 Opel Corsa
To start off, 1988 Opel Corsa is newer by 30 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 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Opel Corsa (73 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1958 Berkeley Foursome. (30 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1958 Berkeley Foursome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Opel Corsa weights approximately 389 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, 1988 Opel Corsa (111 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Berkeley Foursome. (49 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Berkeley Foursome.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Berkeley Foursome | 1988 Opel Corsa | |
Make | Berkeley | Opel |
Model | Foursome | Corsa |
Year Released | 1958 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 592 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 30 HP | 73 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 49 Nm | 111 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 356 kg | 745 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 3630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 2350 mm |